Abstract
The effects of changes in the composition and/or the volume of the extracellular fluid on central receptors involved in the regulation of water balance are discussed. A review of results obtained in adults is given, followed by a discussion of possible roles for vasopressin during the neonatal period.
MeSH terms
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Angiotensin II / physiology
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Animals
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Blood Volume
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Diuresis
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Drinking
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Extracellular Space / physiology
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Female
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Hemorrhage / physiopathology
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Humans
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Hypothalamus / physiology
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Infant, Newborn
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Labor, Obstetric
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Osmolar Concentration
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Pregnancy
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Renin-Angiotensin System
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Sodium / cerebrospinal fluid
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Sodium / physiology
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Thirst / physiology*
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Vasopressins / metabolism*
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Water-Electrolyte Balance*
Substances
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Vasopressins
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Angiotensin II
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Sodium