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Aldosterone is secreted by

a)

Zona glomerulosa

b)

Zona fasciculata

c)

Zona reticularis

d)

Zona pellucida



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Aldosterone is secreted by

a)

Zona glomerulosa

b)

Zona fasciculata

c)

Zona reticularis

d)

Zona pellucida

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Answer Key / Explanation : (a) -

(a)

Aldesterone is a mineralocorticoid or salt retaining hormone, secreted by zona glomerulosa layer of adrenal cortex. Aldosterone regulates the sodium and potassium level in the blood. It accelerates the blood pressure. It regulates acid base balance in the blood.

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