Which of the Following Statements Are True of Aldosterone (Select

question 6

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements are true of aldosterone (Select all that apply) ?

• A)It is secreted by the adrenal cortex.
• B)It increases the reabsorption of K+ ions by the kidneys.
• C)It increases the excretion of Na+ ions by the kidneys.
• D)Normal secretion helps maintain normal blood volume because water is reabsorbed by the kidneys.
• E)In the absence of aldosterone,blood pressure will rise to dangerous levels.
• F)Normal secretion helps prevent blood pH from rising too high.

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