ADH (antidiuretic hormone) is also called vasopressin because at high concentrations it causes

A. increased urine output.
B. constriction of blood vessels.
C. increased potassium secretion by the kidneys.
D. decreased sodium retention by the kidneys.
E. dilation of blood vessels.


B

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