Aldosterone

Aldosterone

A hormone secreted by the adrenal cortex that regulates electrolyte and water balance by increasing the renal retention of sodium and the excretion of potassium.

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aldosterone

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A hormone secreted by the adrenal glands that controls the reabsorption of sodium in the renal tubule of the nephron.

aldosterone

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A hormone secreted by the adrenal cortex that regulates electrolyte and water balance by increasing the renal retention of sodium and the excretion of potassium.

aldosterone

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aldosterone

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A hormone secreted by the adrenal glands that controls the reabsorption of sodium in the renal tubule of the nephron.

aldosterone

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A hormone secreted by the adrenal glands that controls the reabsorption of sodium in the renal tubule of the nephron.

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