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- The consumption of steroid hormones can be deteted by analyzing urine. Can the use of peptide hormones be detected in the same way? Explain.Describe the three actions of antidiuretic hormone.1) What is the full name of the following molecule? 2) Briefly explain the functions of this molecule. 3) Name the HORMONES that control the levels of this molecule. top H H HO OH H 0 CH₂OH