About The Medical Condition Beta-Hypophamine

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Beta-Hypophamine

Beta-Hypophamine Medical Condition Defined & Explained
Beta-Hypophamine Medical Condition

What's The Definition Of The Medical Condition Beta-Hypophamine?

Octapeptide antidiuretic hormones released by the neurohypophysis of all vertebrates (chemical composition varies with species). They control water metabolism and balance by regulating lung, gill, kidney, etc., and water loss, and also contract smooth muscle. They may also be neurotransmitters. Also included are synthetic vasopressin derivatives. Vasopressins are used pharmacologically as renal agents, vasoconstrictor agents, and hemostatics.

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