For Aldosterone we have terms and definitions in 6 topics. The topics are Cardiovascular, Contraception, Endocrinology, Health, Horse Health and Huntingtons Disease.

Aldosterone (Cardiovascular)

Aldosterone is secreted by the zona glomerulosa of the adrenal gland. It causes the body to retain sodium and secrete potassium. It effects the distal tubule and collecting ducts of the kidney. It also effects the sweat and saliva glands. Its secretion is stimulated by...
* ACTH adrenocorticotropic hormone.
* angiotensin II.
* elevated blood potassium levels.

Aldosterone (Contraception)

A hormone that affects salt and water balance in the body.

Aldosterone (Endocrinology)

A hormone secreted by the adrenal cortex which affects blood
pressure and saline balance.

Aldosterone (Health)

A hormone secreted by the adrenal cortex that controls sodium and potassium in the blood.

Aldosterone (Horse Health)

A hormone secreted by the adrenal cortex; important in the regulation of sodium and potassium levels and, in turn, in retaining water within the body.

Aldosterone (Huntingtons Disease)

A steroid (mineralocorticoid) released from the adrenal cortex that maintains salt and fluid balance in the body. The end result of its release is an increase in blood pressure.

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