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octreotide
Synthetic polypeptide structurally and pharmacologically related to somatostatin (growth hormone [somatropin] release inhibiting factor).
Source:AHFS
vasopressin
Vasopressin is a man-made form of a hormone called "anti-diuretic hormone" that is normally secreted by the pituitary gland. In the body, vasopressin acts on the kidneys and blood vessels.
Source:MULTUM
octreotide (injectable)
Octreotide is a man-made protein that is similar to a hormone in the body called somatostatin. Octreotide lowers many substances in the body such as insulin and glucagon (involved in regulating blood sugar), growth hormone, and chemicals that affect digestion.
Source:MULTUM
ADH
ADH is a test that measures the amount of ADH in serum. ADH is a hormone found in the body. It may also be given as a medication.
Source:ADAM
Date:March 18, 2008
Antidiuretic Hormone (ADH) Test
Antidiuretic hormone (ADH) test, also called the Vasopressin test, is a test for the antidiuretic hormone, which is released from the pituitary gland and acts on the kidneys to increase their reabsorption of water into the blood. Purpose An ADH test is used to aid in the diagnosis of diabetes insipidus or the syndrome of inappropriate ADH called SIADH.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
vasopressin
Exogenous antidiuretic hormone (ADH); maintains serum osmolality in normal range and acts as a vasopressor.
Source:AHFS
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