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Why do plasma potassium levels fall whist sodium levels increase in response to aldosterone? (20 marks).

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Answer:

Aldosterone affects the body's ability to regulate blood pressure. It sends the signal to organs, like the kidney and colon, that can increase the amount of sodium the body sends into the bloodstream or the amount of potassium released in the urine.

Explanation:

Vera_Pavlovna [14]3 years ago

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Generally, when aldosterone increases, serum potassium decreases, because it promotes secretion in the distal tubules.

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