AVP gene
AVP Gene
The AVP gene (pronounced as A-V-P gene), also known as the Arginine Vasopressin gene, is a crucial gene in the human body. It is responsible for the production of a hormone called vasopressin, which plays a significant role in maintaining the body's water balance.
Pronunciation
The AVP gene is pronounced as "A-V-P gene".
Etymology
The term "AVP" is an acronym derived from the full name of the hormone it produces, Arginine Vasopressin. "Arginine" is an amino acid that is a part of the hormone's structure, and "vasopressin" refers to the hormone's function in vasoconstriction and water retention in the body.
Function
The AVP gene provides instructions for making a hormone called vasopressin. This hormone is produced in the hypothalamus, a small area at the base of the brain, and is then transported to the pituitary gland, where it is stored until it is needed. Vasopressin has two main functions: it helps regulate water balance in the body, and it also helps to control blood pressure by constricting blood vessels (vasoconstriction).
Related Terms
- Vasopressin: A hormone produced by the AVP gene that helps regulate water balance in the body and control blood pressure.
- Hypothalamus: A small area at the base of the brain where vasopressin is produced.
- Pituitary gland: A small gland located at the base of the brain that stores and releases hormones, including vasopressin.
- Amino acid: A building block of proteins. Arginine, an amino acid, is a part of the structure of vasopressin.
- Vasoconstriction: The constriction of blood vessels, which increases blood pressure. Vasopressin has a vasoconstrictive effect.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on AVP gene
- Wikipedia's article - AVP gene
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