What is the function of antidiuretic hormone when released in the alarm stage of the general adaptation syndrome?
a. Promotes fluid retention by increasing the reabsorption of water by kidney tubules
b. Increases efficiency of cellular metabolism and fat conversion to energy for cells and muscle
c. Increases the use of fats and proteins for energy and conserves glucose for use by the brain
d. Promotes fluid excretion by causing the kidneys to reabsorb more sodium
A
Antidiuretic hormone promotes fluid retention by increasing the reabsorption of water by kidney tubules. Thyroid-stimulating hormone increases efficiency of cellular metabolism and fat conversion to energy for cells and muscle. Cortisol increases the use of fats and proteins for energy and conserves glucose for use by the brain. Aldosterone promotes fluid retention by causing the kidneys to reabsorb more sodium.
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