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Jessica Dixon
on Oct 18, 2024
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Which of the following chemical substances, when released into the blood, would cause blood pressure to decrease?
A) Angiotensin II (active angiotensin)
B) Aldosterone
C) ADH
D) Vasopressin
E) Atrial natriuretic hormone
Atrial Natriuretic Hormone
A hormone, secreted by heart's atria, that regulates blood pressure by reducing sodium ion concentration in the blood, thus decreasing blood volume.
Vasopressin
A hormone produced by the pituitary gland that helps regulate water balance in the body and constriction of blood vessels.
Angiotensin II
A peptide hormone that causes blood vessels to constrict, increasing blood pressure.
- Understand the role of various hormones and chemicals in the regulation of blood pressure.
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Learning Objectives
- Understand the role of various hormones and chemicals in the regulation of blood pressure.