The Right Atrium Secretes Atrial Natriuretic Hormone (ANH), Which Stimulates

question 82

Multiple Choice

The right atrium secretes atrial natriuretic hormone (ANH) , which stimulates the kidneys to excrete salt and water into the urine.ANH acts antagonistically to what other hormone?

• A)cortisol
• B)aldosterone
• C)glucagon
• D)thyroxine

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