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The steroid responsible for balance of water and electrolytes in our body is?
The steroid responsible for balance of water and electrolytes in our body is?
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The correct option is D Aldosterone
Aldosterone is a major mineralocorticoid, secreted by adrenal cortex. It regulates mineral metabolism and controls the sodium and potassium ratio in the extracellular and intracellular fluids. Therefore, it is called salt-balancing hormone.
Aldosterone is a major mineralocorticoid, secreted by adrenal cortex. It regulates mineral metabolism and controls the sodium and potassium ratio in the extracellular and intracellular fluids. Therefore, it is called salt-balancing hormone.
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