Which of the following statements concerning the hormone atrial natriuretic peptide is FALSE?

A) Atrial natriuretic peptide is produced by cells in the heart.
B) Atrial natriuretic peptide increases aldosterone secretion.
C) Atrial natriuretic peptide promotes sodium loss at the kidneys.
D) Atrial natriuretic peptide suppresses ADH secretion.
E) Atrial natriuretic peptide reduces the sensation of thirst.


B) Atrial natriuretic peptide increases aldosterone secretion.

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