Major control over the extracellular concentration of potassium within the human body is exerted by:
A) aldosterone.
B) albumin.
C) progesterone.
D) testosterone.
Ans: A
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Aldosterone exerts major control over the extracellular concentration of potassium. It also enhances renal secretion of potassium.
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