An increase in blood volume in the left atrium will ______ ADH secretion.

Understand the Problem

The question is asking how an increase in blood volume in the left atrium affects the secretion of antidiuretic hormone (ADH). ADH regulates fluid balance, and the left atrium contains volume receptors that influence hormone release. The question requires understanding the relationship between atrial volume, ADH secretion, and fluid regulation.

Answer

Inhibit

An increase in blood volume in the left atrium will inhibit ADH secretion.

Answer for screen readers

An increase in blood volume in the left atrium will inhibit ADH secretion.

More Information

Increased blood volume in the left atrium stretches the atrial walls, stimulating the release of atrial natriuretic peptide (ANP) and inhibiting the release of antidiuretic hormone (ADH).

Tips

A common mistake is confusing the effects of ANP and ADH. ANP is released in response to high blood volume and works to reduce it, while ADH is released in response to low blood volume and works to increase it.

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