Which of the Following Is Not Attributable to Atrial Natriuretic

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not attributable to atrial natriuretic peptide (ANP) ?

• A)It is released from the cardiac atria when the ECF volume is reduced.
• B)It inhibits Na+ reabsorption in the distal parts of the nephron.
• C)It inhibits renin secretion by the kidneys.
• D)It inhibits aldosterone secretion by the adrenal cortex.
• E)It inhibits sympathetic nervous activity to the heart and blood vessels.

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