Which of the Following Is a Hormone That Increases Sodium

question 25

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a hormone that increases sodium excretion, which results in production of a large volume of dilute urine, thereby reducing blood pressure?

• A) Renin
• B) Angiotensin II
• C) Aldosterone
• D) Antidiuretic hormone
• E) Atrial natriuretic peptide

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