1. In 10 normal subjects water immersion to the neck at 35°C produced a highly significant natriuresis and diuresis.

2. Urinary prostaglandin E levels did not change significantly throughout immersion.

3. During the diuresis of water immersion a suppression of urinary antidiuretic hormone occurred.

Keywords:
antidiuretic hormone, diuresis, natriuresis, prostaglandin E, water immersion
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