Asked by Navdeep Singh on May 27, 2024
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A tumor in the adrenal cortex causes excessively high levels of aldosterone. The high aldosterone levels cause ________.
A) hyponatremia
B) acidosis
C) hypokalemia
D) hypocalcemia
E) hyperkalemia
Aldosterone
A steroid hormone secreted by the adrenal cortex that regulates salt and water balances in the body, influencing blood pressure.
Hypokalemia
A condition characterized by lower than normal levels of potassium in the bloodstream.
Hyponatremia
A condition characterized by low levels of sodium in the blood, which can result in numerous health issues including confusion, seizures, and coma.
- Detail the roles played by glucocorticoids and mineralocorticoids and their effects on human health.
Verified Answer
AE
anadalay estradaJun 02, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Aldosterone promotes sodium retention and potassium excretion by the kidneys. High levels of aldosterone would therefore lead to hypokalemia, which is a lower-than-normal level of potassium in the blood.
Learning Objectives
- Detail the roles played by glucocorticoids and mineralocorticoids and their effects on human health.