ADH or vasopressin is...

ADH or vasopressin is

A

enzyme that hydrolyses peptides

B

hormone secreted by pituitary that promotes reabsorption of water from glomerular filtrate

C

hormone that promotes glycogenolysis

D

energy rich compound connected with muscle contraction

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The correct Answer is:

B

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