NEET Solved Paper 2014 Question 62
Question: Which of the following causes an increase in sodium reabsorption in the distal convoluted tubule? [AIPMT 2014]
Options:
A) Increase in aldosterone levels
B) Increase in antidiuretic hormone levels
C) Decrease in aldosterone levels
D) Decrease in antidiuretic hormone levels
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Answer:
Correct Answer: A
Solution:
- Increase in aldosterone levels because an increase in sodium reabsorption is DCT. It is secreted by outer, layer of adrenal gland when aldosterone is present in the blood, all the $ N{a^{+}} $ in the fi Iterate is reabsorbed. Retaining $ N{a^{+}} $ raises the osmotic pressure of the blood and reduces the water loss from the body.
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