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The concept for Vasopressin: Principles and Properties originated during the sum­ mer of 1983. From reviewing the rich and diverse literature on vasopressin, it became evident that the rapid advancements in this field made it difficult to syn­ thesize the information gathered from divergent scientific disciplines into a coherent view of the biological role of vasopressin. We perceived the need for a series of critical reviews delineating this recent progress. Over the past decade, major advances have been made in studies of the anatomy, physiology, phar­ macology, molecular biology, and behavioral activities of vasopressin. This is, in no small measure, due to the finding that vasopressin can no longer be regarded solely as a neurohypophysial hormone. Our present knowledge is that vasopressin is synthesized in also has an axonal messenger role in the nervous system and of the brain, although the functions of vasopressin in these periph­ sites outside of vasopressin eral sites are not well understood. In order to prepare an overview concentrating on recent studies in vertebrates, authors were selected based on their expertise and asked to review their research area, including the work from other laboratories. It was our intent to provide an updated definitive reference which would complement and extend such past texts as Neurohypophysial Hor­ mones and Similar Polypeptides (Handbook of Experimental Pharmacology, Vol­ ume XXIII, 1968) and The Pituitary Gland and Its Neuroendocrine Control (Handbook of Physiology, Section 7: Volume IV, 1974).

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Author:   G.J. Boer ,  D.M. Gash
Publisher:   Springer-Verlag New York Inc.
Imprint:   Springer-Verlag New York Inc.
Edition:   Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1987
Dimensions:   Width: 17.80cm , Height: 3.30cm , Length: 25.40cm
Weight:   1.230kg
ISBN:  

9781461581314

ISBN 10:   1461581311
Pages:   654
Publication Date:   12 December 2012
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
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Table of Contents

1 Anatomy and Function of the Classic Vasopressin-Secreting Hypothalamus-Neurohypophysial System.- 2 Vasopressin Localization and Putative Functions in the Brain.- 3 Development of Vasopressin Systems and Their Functions.- 4 Biosynthesis of Vasopressin and Neurophysins.- 5 Electrophysiology of the Central Vasopressin System.- 6 Electrophysiological Actions of Vasopressin in Extrahypothalamic Regions of the Central Nervous System.- 7 Effect of Neurotransmitters and Neuropeptides on Vasopressin Release.- 8 Selective Agonists and Antagonists of Vasopressin.- 9 Physiological Effects of Vasopressin on the Kidney.- 10 Cardiovascular Actions of Vasopressin.- 11 Vasopressin and Endocrine Function.- 12 Vasopressin Receptors in the Brain and Pituitary.- 13 Metabolic Processing of Vasopressin in the Brain and Significance of Metabolites.- 14 Vasopressin and Animal Behavior.- 15 Vasopressin and Human Behavior.- 16 Aging of Rodent Vasopressin Systems: Morphometric and Functional Considerations.- 17 Vasopressin in Relationship to Human Aging and Dementia.

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