The ToxA gene encodes a 13‐ kDa polypeptide. ToxA stimulates host cell death in a light dependent manner by binding to Plastocynin.

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ADH (Vasopressin) contraction of vascular smooth muscle

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The receptor for ADH on vascular smooth muscle  V1 receptor, which is coupled via a Galpha q protein

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Central diabetes insipidus – Failure to Produce ADH Nephrogenic diabetes insipidus - Inability of the Kidneys to Respond to ADH

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Important neuronal area in controlling osmolarity and ADH secretion is located along AV3V region 

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In AV3V region, two structures called osmoreceptors:

subfornical organ

organum vasculosum

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The anterior pituitary secretes six peptide hormones: 

TSH, FSH, LH, GH, prolactin, & ACTH