Which of the following increases sodium excretion in the body?
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ADH
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ANP
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Angiotensin II
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Renin
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Aldosterone
B
Correct answer
Explanation
ANP stands for atrial natriuretic peptide. It is made in the atrial cells in the heart and in some cells in the kidney. It can increase sodium excretion by inhibiting collecting duct sodium reabsorption. However, it probably does not play an important role in the normal regulation of sodium excretion.