What is the main role of aldosterone in our body?

What is the main role of aldosterone in our body?
  1. Maintenance of electrolytes
  2. Maintenance of body fluid volume
  3. Excretion of K+ and phosphate ions
  4. All of the above

Solution

Aldosterone is the main mineralocorticoid in our body. It acts mainly at the renal tubules and stimulates the reabsorption of Na⁺ and water and excretion of K⁺ and phosphate ions. Thus, aldosterone helps in the maintenance of electrolytes, body fluid volume, osmotic pressure and blood pressure.

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