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It is secreted in the adrenal cortex, the same place where it is produced.
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∙ 11y agoLow sodium serum concentration
High potassium serum concentration
Activation of the Renin-angiotension-aldosterone mechanism.
Low blood pressure.
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∙ 12y agoAdrenal (supra-renal) glands
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∙ 14y agonot sure
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Aldosterone is a hormone secreted by the?
adrenal gland.
Is aldosterone secreted in response to low extracellular potassium?
False
What are the hormones that are secreted from the adrenal cortex?
Aldosterone, Cortisol and some testosterone are all secreted by the adrenal cortex
Which hormone aids in regulating the levels of salt and water in the body?
Aldosterone is a mineralocoricoid hormone secreted by the adrenal cortex.
When sodium ions are reabsorbed in response to the action of aldosterone what do potassium ions do?
secreted
When there is more aldosterone being secreted a patients urine will appear light in color?
true
What is aldosterone?
A disorder caused by excessive production of the hormone aldosterone, which is produced by a part of the adrenal glands called the adrenal cortex
What is an adrenocortical hormone?
there are many, for example, epinephrine, norepinephrine, cortisol, cortisosterone, deoxycorticosterone, aldosterone, DHEA and andosternione.
What hormone regulates salt and water balance?
Aldosterone is the hormone that is secreted by the adrenal cortex and promotes the retention of salt which then helps the body to retain more water. This is important for maintaining blood pressure in the body which is essential for proper kidney function.
Is aldosterone released from pituitary gland?
Yes,it is released from posterior pitutory.It is produced in hypothalamus.
Which hormones are released by the adrenal glands?
epinephrine and norepinephrine are released by the adrenal glands
Is aldosterone released by humoral factors?
Aldosterone is regulated by negative feedback system except in cases of dehydration in which high sodium levels stimulate more production of aldosterone. Normally negative feedback regulates production.
