ADH release from the posterior pituitary is stimulated by which process?
A) Low blood pressure sensed by baroreceptors in the kidneys
B) High plasma osmolality sensed by osmoreceptors in the hypothalamus
C) Low osmolality sensed by osmoreceptors in the kidneys
D) High concentration of potassium sensed by chemoreceptors in the carotid body

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ADH release is primarily stimulated by high plasma osmolality, which is detected by osmoreceptors in the hypothalamus.

ADH Release from the Posterior Pituitary Is Stimulated by Which