Which Hormone(s)is/are Responsible for Decreasing Sodium Absorption in the Colon

question 40

Multiple Choice

Which hormone(s) is/are responsible for decreasing sodium absorption in the colon?

• A)glucocorticoids
• B)mineralocorticoids
• C)vasopressin
• D)glucagon

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