NEET 2014
- Exam
- NEET
- Year
- 2014
- Subject
- Zoology
- Chapter
- Excretory Products and their Elimination
NEET 2014 · Zoology · Excretory Products and their Elimination
Which of the following causes an increase in sodium reabsorption in...
Which of the following causes an increase in sodium reabsorption in the distal convoluted tubule?
Options
- AIncrease in aldosterone levels
- BDecrease in antidiuretic hormone levels
- CDecrease in aldosterone levels
- DIncrease in antidiuretic hormone levels
Correct answer
A. Increase in aldosterone levels
Step-by-step solution
Sodium absorption by the distal tubule is mediated by the hormone aldosterone. Aldosterone increases sodium reabsorption. Aldosterone is secreted by zona glomerulosa of adrenal cortex and also known as salt retaining hormone.