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Fluid Distribution

Meaning

The physiological process concerning the movement and allocation of water and solutes between the various fluid compartments of the body, specifically the intracellular, interstitial, and plasma spaces. This delicate balance is vital for maintaining cellular volume, blood pressure, and nutrient transport across tissues. Hormones, particularly those involved in renal function and electrolyte balance, such as antidiuretic hormone (ADH) and aldosterone, are primary regulators of this critical homeostatic process.