If a person loses a large amount of water in a short period of time, he or she may die from dehydration. ADH can help reduce water loss through its interaction with its target cells in the
A) anterior pituitary.
B) posterior pituitary.
C) adrenal gland.
D) bladder.
E) kidney.

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ADH (antidiuretic hormone) acts on its target cells in the kidney to reduce water loss by stimulating the insertion of aquaporins (water channels) in the plasma membrane of the kidney tubules. This increases water reabsorption and reduces urine output, helping to prevent dehydration.

If a Person Loses a Large Amount of Water in a Short