Increased Secretion of Atrial Natriuretic Hormone Results in

question 93

Multiple Choice

Increased secretion of atrial natriuretic hormone results in

• A) increased thirst.
• B) increased urine output.
• C) increased blood pressure.
• D) increased osmolality of the extracellular fluid.
• E) decreased urine output.

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Definitions:

Adrenal Cortex

The outer region of the adrenal glands that produces steroid hormones including cortisol and aldosterone.

Glomerular Capsule

Cuplike structure that is the initial portion of a nephron.

Renal Pelvis

A central space, or cavity, in the kidney where urine collects before moving to the ureter.

Sterile

Free from any living microorganisms; in a medical or laboratory context, it indicates that an item or environment has been rendered free of all forms of life, especially microbial life, to prevent infection or contamination.