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What Triggers Renin

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Which of the following hormone acts upon the renal tubule and blood capillaries?

A

Glucagon

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Aldosterone

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C

Vasopressin

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Glucocorticoids

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Solution

The correct option is C Vasopressin
Vasopressin is secreted by posterior pituitary gland. It acts on renel tubule and blood capillaries which concentrates the urine by promoting the reabsorption of water and salts into the cortical collecting ducts.

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