How is the release of aldosterone related to blood pressure?
Select one:
a. Aldosterone increases the heart rate, which in turn increases blood pressure.
b. Aldosterone decreases the diameter of capillaries, increasing the pressure of blood as it circulates in the tissues.
c. Aldosterone causes an increase in the production of erythrocytes, making the blood thicker and harder to pump through the circulatory system.
d. Aldosterone causes resorption of water from filtrate, causing an increase in blood volume and blood pressure.

Question

How is the release of aldosterone related to blood pressure?
Select one:
a. Aldosterone increases the heart rate, which in turn increases blood pressure.
b. Aldosterone decreases the diameter of capillaries, increasing the pressure of blood as it circulates in the tissues.
c. Aldosterone causes an increase in the production of erythrocytes, making the blood thicker and harder to pump through the circulatory system.
d. Aldosterone causes resorption of water from filtrate, causing an increase in blood volume and blood pressure.

anonymous · Answer

Aldosterone is a hormone released by the adrenal glands. It helps the body regulate blood pressure. Aldosterone increases the reabsorption of sodium and water and the release of potassium in the kidneys. Based on this, which do you think would be the correct answer?

anonymous · Answer

If it is released by the adrenal glands, think, what does adrenaline do to your body?

anonymous · Answer

Adrenaline would increase your heart rate and blood pressure, so the answer would be A.