Bicarbonate

A) Increases excretion of sodium and water
B) Reduces excretion of sodium and water
C) Reduces excretion of water
D) Major buffer in the extracellular fluid
E) Vasoconstricts and stimulates aldosterone release

Bicarbonate

A chemical compound that acts as a buffer to maintain the acid-base balance in the blood and other fluids in the body.

Major Buffer

An agent or mechanism that helps reduce or counteract the impact of stress or change in a system or environment.

Extracellular Fluid

Body fluid located outside the cells, which includes interstitial fluid, blood plasma, and other body fluids; it serves various functions including transporting nutrients and removing waste.