Which of the Following Is Not Attributable to Atrial Natriuretic

question 40

Multiple Choice

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

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

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