Definition

A hormone produced by the pituitary gland that helps control blood pressure and reduces the amount of urine the body makes.

Example

Doctors may use vasopressin to treat certain conditions related to low blood pressure.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of vasopressin?

Yeah, isn't it that hormone that helps control blood pressure?

Exactly! It also plays a role in reducing urine production.

That's interesting; I didn't know it had multiple functions.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Vasopressin is formed from "vaso-" (from Latin "vas" meaning vessel) and "pressin" (derived from the Greek "pressin" meaning to press). The term refers to a hormone that constricts blood vessels, thereby increasing blood pressure.

Memory Tip

Think of 'vessel' ('vaso-') being 'pressed' ('pressin') to remember that vasopressin is a hormone that helps constrict blood vessels and raise blood pressure.

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