Reabsorption of Water in the Collecting Ducts Requires Which Hormone

question 29

Multiple Choice

Reabsorption of water in the collecting ducts requires which hormone?

• A) Antidiuretic hormone (ADH)
• B) Atrial natriuretic factor (ANP)
• C) Renin
• D) Aldosterone

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