Asked by Jenna Roberts on Jul 25, 2024

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The hormone that influences sodium reabsorption in the kidney is ____.

A) antidiuretic hormone
B) cortisone
C) aldosterone
D) corticotropic hormone
E) adrenaline

Sodium Reabsorption

The process by which the kidneys filter sodium from the urine and return it to the blood, maintaining fluid and electrolyte balance in the body.

Antidiuretic Hormone

Posterior pituitary hormone that affects urine formation and blood pressure; encourages water reabsorption in the kidney.

Aldosterone

Adrenal hormone that encourages sodium reabsorption by the kidney; concentrates the urine.

  • Grasp the hormonal regulation of sodium and water balance in the kidney.
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David AnsahJul 27, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Aldosterone is a hormone produced by the adrenal glands that acts on the kidneys to increase the reabsorption of sodium ions and the excretion of potassium ions. This helps to regulate blood volume and blood pressure. Antidiuretic hormone, also known as vasopressin, regulates water balance in the body. Cortisone is a steroid hormone that has anti-inflammatory effects. Corticotropin hormone stimulates the release of glucocorticoids from the adrenal glands. Adrenaline, also known as epinephrine, is a hormone that is released in response to stress or danger and increases heart rate and blood pressure. None of these hormones specifically influence sodium reabsorption in the kidneys.