The chemical that regulates potassium ions, increases sodium ion reabsorption, and is excreted by the adrenal cortex is:
A) hydrocortisone
B) cortisone
C) ADH
D) aldosterone
D) aldosterone
Aldosterone, which the adrenal cortex secretes, increases sodium ion reabsorption and regulates potassium ions. The kidneys and this hormone provide the primary mechanism regulating these ions.
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A. 0.1 to 6.0 B. 10 to 25.5 C. 40.5 to 50 D. 94 to 99
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A. Building of universities and medical schools for research B. The unquestioning acceptance of disease as the will of God C. Avoiding dissection of the body based on religious principles D. All of the above E. None of the above
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A. Calcimar B. Eskalith C. Fosamax D. Actonel
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