Question

The kidneys help the body preserve water. When an animal has not had enough to drink, the kidneys signal the body to absorb water. The animal produces little urine, so it loses less water. During this process, the kidneys work in conjunction with which body system?

Answer 1

This regulatory mechanism is in conjunction with the endocrine system, particularly in the posterior pituitary gland. This is related in the secretion of vasopressin or antidiuretic hormone (ADH). In the event of dehydration or extreme thirst, the body will conserve as much fluid as possible and the posterior pituitary will secrete more ADH that will signal the kidney to reabsorb more water in the collecting tubules.