Prolonged Aldosterone Stimulation of the Distal Convoluted Tubule May Result

Question

Prolonged aldosterone stimulation of the distal convoluted tubule may result in
A) hypercalcemia.
B) hypocalcemia.
C) hypokalemia.
D) hyperkalemia.
E) alkalosis.

Accepted Answer

Prolonged aldosterone stimulation increases sodium reabsorption and potassium excretion, leading to hypokalemia.