How does the hormone aldosterone influence potassium levels?

A. It increases potassium reabsorption by the kidneys and decreases potassium blood concentration.
B. It increases potassium secretion by the kidneys and decreases potassium blood concentration.
C. It increases potassium secretion by the kidneys and increases potassium blood concentration.
D. It increases potassium reabsorption by the kidneys and increases potassium blood concentration.


Answer: B

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