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ANF is a peptide hormone and is secreted from:

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Gastrointestinal tract
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Kidney
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Posterior pituitary gland
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None of these
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Solution

The correct option is D None of these
ANF (Atrial natriuretic factor) is a polypeptide hormone and is mainly produced in the right atrium of heart. It is secreted in response against changes in the blood pressure. Function of ANF is to increase the excretion of water and sodium from the body, and lowering the blood pressure of the body.

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