Question

Damage to which of these endocrine glands may result in water and electrolyte imbalance?

• A. Thymus gland
• B. Thyroid gland
• C. Adrenal gland
• D. Parathyroid gland

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

Adrenal gland

The adrenal gland is an endocrine gland. The hormone aldosterone is secreted by the adrenal cortex. The hormone is responsible for the conservation of sodium and potassium ions. These are the electrolytes which perform major role in maintaining the osmotic balance in the body. The hormone is also involved in the retention of water by reabsorption. If there is any damage to the adrenal gland, there is inadequate secretion of this hormone. this results in an imbalance in the levels of water and electrolytes.

Thus, the correct answer is option C.