noun
- a hormone produced by the hypothalamus that regulates water retention in the kidneys and constricts blood vessels
Usage: medical; biochemistry
Examples
- Vasopressin helps the body conserve water by reducing urine production.
- The doctor explained that vasopressin deficiency can lead to diabetes insipidus.
- Researchers studied how vasopressin affects blood pressure regulation.
- The pituitary gland releases vasopressin when the body is dehydrated.
- Synthetic vasopressin is sometimes used to treat certain medical conditions.
- Low levels of vasopressin can cause excessive urination and thirst.