Question

Which hormone stimulates the body to retain sodium and water?

Answer 1

Aldosterone:

1. Aldosterone is the hormone that stimulates the body to retain sodium and water.
2. This hormone is secreted by the adrenal cortex which maintains the balance of sodium and potassium in the human body.
3. It is responsible for the reabsorption of sodium ions and water from the kidney.
4. This reabsorption is responsible for increased blood pressure and volume.
5. The greater the sodium retention in the body, the greater the water retention in the body.