Which of the Following Stimulates Aldosterone Secretion

question 60

Multiple Choice

Which of the following stimulates aldosterone secretion?

• A) an increase in plasma K⁺.
• B) a decrease in plasma K⁺.
• C) activation of the renin-angiotensin pathway.
• D) both (a) and (c) above.
• E) both (b) and (c) above.

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