An Increase in Hormone Output from the Zona Glomerulosa Region

question 2

Multiple Choice

An increase in hormone output from the zona glomerulosa region of the adrenal cortex would mostly likely produce which sign?

• A) Increased levels of sodium
• B) Increased blood glucose levels
• C) Increased levels of potassium
• D) Dehydration

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Definitions:

Gene Expression

The process by which information from a gene is used to synthesize functional gene products such as proteins, influencing an organism's structure and functions.

Stress

A state of mental or emotional strain resulting from adverse or demanding circumstances.

Hormones

Chemical messengers secreted by endocrine glands that regulate various physiological processes and behaviors.

Pre-Transcriptional

Pertaining to the regulatory events in gene expression that occur before the transcription of DNA to mRNA.