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VASOPRESSIN Synonyms

There are 3 synonyms of the word vasopressin. (exact relations)
There are 13 hypernyms of the word vasopressin. (close relations)
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vasoconstriction

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pitressin
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noun

• hormone secreted by the posterior pituitary gland (trade name Pitressin) and also by nerve endings in the hypothalamus; affects blood pressure by stimulating capillary muscles and reduces urine flow by affecting reabsorption of water by kidney tubules

antidiuretic hormone
nounn
noun

• hormone secreted by the posterior pituitary gland (trade name Pitressin) and also by nerve endings in the hypothalamus; affects blood pressure by stimulating capillary muscles and reduces urine flow by affecting reabsorption of water by kidney tubules

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noun

• hormone secreted by the posterior pituitary gland (trade name Pitressin) and also by nerve endings in the hypothalamus; affects blood pressure by stimulating capillary muscles and reduces urine flow by affecting reabsorption of water by kidney tubules

Best Hypernyms For VASOPRESSIN

Here is a list of related hypernyms for vasopressin, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (12)
hormone agent chemical compound drug endocrine medication pressor substance treatment vasoconstrictive vasoconstrictor
Phrases (1)
internal secretion
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