If the body needs to conserve water, which of the following hormones will be produced to increase the permeability of the collecting duct?

a. progesterone and cortisol
b. estrogen and melatonin
c. aldosterone and vasopressin
d. serotonin and testosterone


Answer is c. aldosterone and vasopressin

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