Which Hormone Regulates the Homeostasis of Potassium and Sodium

question 1

Multiple Choice

Which hormone regulates the homeostasis of potassium and sodium?

• A) Calcitonin
• B) Parathyroid hormone
• C) Androgen
• D) Aldosterone
• E) Glucagon

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Definitions:

Set-Point

A hypothetical ratio of fat to lean tissue at which a person’s weight will tend to stabilize.

Experimental Overeating

A controlled study condition where individuals are asked to consume food in excess of their caloric needs to assess effects on health and behavior.

Blood Glucose

A measurement of the sugar level in the blood, which is a crucial indicator of metabolic health and a key factor in diagnosing and managing diabetes.

Small Intestine

A part of the digestive system where most of the digestion and absorption of nutrients takes place.