Aldosterone _______

Question

Aldosterone _______.
A) promotes production of glucose from other nutrients
B) increases cardiac output
C) has masculinizing effects
D) helps maintain sodium and potassium homeostasis

Accepted Answer

Aldosterone is a hormone produced by the adrenal gland that helps regulate electrolyte levels, particularly sodium and potassium. It increases the reabsorption of sodium and the excretion of potassium in the kidneys, which helps maintain the balance of these ions in the body.