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reabsorption

Noun

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The act or process of reabsorbing.

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ADH causes a reabsorption of water from the lumen of the nephron to the extracellular fluid osmotically. Source: Internet

A decrease in volume or pressure is a nonosmotic stimulus for antidiuretic hormone production in the hypothalamus, which exerts its effect in the medullary collecting duct for water reabsorption. Source: Internet

An increase in osmolality causes the gland to secrete antidiuretic hormone (ADH), resulting in water reabsorption by the kidney and an increase in urine concentration. Source: Internet

Aldosterone binds to mineralocorticoid receptors in both (e.g., kidney) and nonepithelial (e.g., heart, blood vessels, and brain) tissues and increases blood pressure through induction of sodium reabsorption and possibly other mechanisms. Source: Internet

Hydrocephalus Hydrocephalus is an abnormal accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) in the ventricles of the brain and can be caused by an impaired flow of cerebrospinal fluid, reabsorption, or excessive production of CSF. Source: Internet

Because of this, many reptiles use the colon to aid in the reabsorption of water. Source: Internet

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