Increased Plasma Osmolality Triggers Thirst and Causes the Release of Which

Question

Increased plasma osmolality triggers thirst and causes the release of which of the following?
A) Aldosterone
B) ADH
C) GH
D) ANP
E) Insulin

Accepted Answer

Increased plasma osmolality triggers the release of Antidiuretic Hormone (ADH), which helps the body retain water by increasing water reabsorption in the kidneys, and it also stimulates the sensation of thirst to encourage water intake.