32.Mineralocorticoids and Aldosterone
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Which hormone is the major mineralocorticoid secreted in humans?

  • Cortisol
  • Testosterone
  • Aldosterone (correct)
  • Estrogen
  • Where does aldosterone primarily cause reabsorption of sodium and secretion of potassium and hydrogen ions?

  • Proximal renal tubule
  • Glomerulus
  • Collecting duct
  • Distal renal tubule (correct)
  • What is the major regulator of aldosterone secretion?

  • Renin-angiotensin system (correct)
  • Thyroid hormone
  • Insulin
  • Adrenaline
  • Which part of the adrenal cortex secretes aldosterone?

    <p>Zona glomerulosa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which glands does aldosterone affect, in addition to the distal renal tubule?

    <p>Salivary glands and sweat glands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the precursor of angiotensin I in the renin-angiotensin system?

    <p>Angiotensinogen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cells are sensitive to decreased renal perfusion pressure or volume and secrete renin?

    <p>Juxtaglomerular cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which enzyme primarily converts angiotensin I to angiotensin II?

    <p>Converting enzyme</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main action of aldosterone in the body?

    <p>Reabsorption of sodium</p> Signup and view all the answers

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