STANDARDZoology-Chemical Coordination and Integration
STANDARD Zoology Hormonal Control of Blood Pressure MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11
A decrease in blood pressure/volume will not cause the release of
A
Atrial natriuretic factor
B
Aldosterone
C
ADH
D
Renin
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
Atrial natriuretic factor (ANF) is responsible for lowering blood pressure and volume. The walls of atria of the heart release ANF in response to an increase in blood volume and pressure. It opposes regulation by RAAS.
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