The secretion of aldosterone by adrenal cortex is directly controlled by
A
Plasma K+ concentration
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B
Plasma Ca concentration
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C
Level of blood angiotensin
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D
Both A and C
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Solution
The correct option is A Plasma K+ concentration Aldosterone secretion by the zona glomerulosa of the adrenal cortex is controlled by circulating factors including the renin angiotensin system(RAS) and potassium concentration.