Atrial Natriuretic Peptide (ANP)is a Hormone Released by the Atria

Question

Atrial natriuretic peptide (ANP)is a hormone released by the atria of the heart that
A)increases blood volume.
B)stimulates changes that lead to decreased blood pressure.
C)reduces loss of sodium in the urine.
D)reduces loss of water in the urine.
E)acts as a neurotransmitter in the ANS.

Accepted Answer

ANP stimulates changes that lead to decreased blood pressure. It does so by promoting vasodilation, increasing urine output, and reducing the release of renin, aldosterone, and ADH, all of which help to lower blood volume and blood pressure.