Aldosterone, a steroid hormone, is released to control extracellular volume. Which circulating...
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Aldosterone, a steroid hormone, is released to control extracellular volume. Which circulating molecule causes the release of the hormone?
A. ADH
B. angiotensinogen
C. ANF
D. A-II
E. None of the above is correct.
Aldosterone
Aldosterone is a hormone released by the adrenal glands, located above the kidneys. It functions to increase the amount of sodium reabsorbed into the body, and as a result causes an increase in water reabsorption as well.
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Chapter 22 / Lesson 14In this lesson we will explore the steroid known as aldosterone, which is produced by the adrenal glands and work directly on your kidneys' filtration function to moderate your blood fluid volume and your blood potassium levels.
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