It is derived from a preprohormone precursor that is synthesized in the hypothalamus and stored in vesicles at the posterior pituitary. Most of it is stored in the posterior pituitary to be released into the bloodstream; however, some AVP is also released directly into the brain.
AVP IS ALSO CALLED ADH....
Angiotensin, Aldosterone, ADH, and ANP.
Aldosterone binds to mineralocorticoid receptors, which are located in the cytoplasm of target cells. Upon binding, the aldosterone-receptor complex translocates to the nucleus where it acts as a transcription factor to regulate the expression of specific genes involved in electrolyte balance and blood pressure regulation.
Aldosterone will cause Na+ to be absorbed from a filtrate
Aldosterone promotes water retention and reduces urine volume
It decreases the affect of aldosterone secretion.
Aldosterone is primarily regulated by the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system. To increase aldosterone levels, factors that can stimulate its production include low blood pressure, low blood volume, high potassium levels, and high Angiotensin II levels. These conditions can trigger the release of aldosterone from the adrenal glands.
Aldosterone is a hormone, so it gets to the kidneys via the blood stream.
The main site of aldosterone synthesis is in the zona glomerulosa of the adrenal cortex. Aldosterone production is regulated by the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system, which responds to changes in blood pressure and electrolyte balance.
Aldosterone causes sodium to be retained and potassium to be excreted and blood pressure to rise.
Aldosterone is sensitive to a few different things. The main thing it is sensitive to is the kidneys.
No, the pituitary gland does not secrete aldosterone. Aldosterone is primarily secreted by the adrenal glands, specifically by the outer layer called the adrenal cortex. The hormone aldosterone plays a key role in regulating blood pressure and electrolyte balance in the body.
Aldosterone