Question

Which hormone of the pituitary gland helps to automatically reabsorb water from the kidney?

(a) Anti-diuretic hormone

(b) Diuretic hormone

(c) Pro-diuretic hormone

(d) Pseudo-diuretic hormone

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Answer 1

The correct option is (c) Pro-diuretic hormone

Easiest explanation: The re-absorption is partly an automatic process because the absorption of water is accurately controlled by the anti-diuretic hormone of the pituitary gland, in relation to the body’s need for water. The absorption of electrolytes such as sodium and potassium is partly controlled by the supra-renal gland and the concentration of others, like chloride and bicarbonate, is related to the acid-base balance.