It is a hormone responsible for increasing the retention of water in kidneys. In this way, it maintaines the water balance of the body. When dehydrated, ADH is secreted and keeps water within the body.
Interpretation: As ADH is a hormone regulating water metabolism, any change in the water balance of the patient will have to be monitored by the clinician.
Sample: Arm vein plasma(EDTA). Nonfasting
Working day: Wednesday
Result Time: Saturday 6 :00 PM
