Vasopressin secretion
A)induces the kidneys to produce a small volume of concentrated urine
B)is stimulated when the body fluids are hypertonic
C)is inhibited when the arterial blood pressure is dangerously low
D)has characteristics a and b
E)has characteristics b and c

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Vasopressin secretion induces the kidneys to produce a small volume of concentrated urine, which helps to conserve water in the body. It is also stimulated when the body fluids are hypertonic, meaning there is a higher concentration of solutes in the blood than in the surrounding tissues. This triggers the release of vasopressin, which helps to reabsorb water in the kidneys and restore balance. However, vasopressin secretion is not inhibited by low arterial blood pressure, as this would only further impair kidney function and exacerbate the problem. Therefore, choice C is not correct.

Vasopressin Secretion