The right atrium secretes atrial natriuretic hormone (ANH),which stimulates the kidneys to excrete salt and water into the urine.ANH acts antagonistically to what other hormone?
A)cortisol
B)aldosterone
C)glucagon
D)thyroxine
E)progesterone

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Atrial natriuretic hormone (ANH) acts antagonistically to aldosterone, which promotes the reabsorption of salt and water in the kidneys. Therefore, ANH promotes the excretion of salt and water, while aldosterone promotes their retention.

The Right Atrium Secretes Atrial Natriuretic Hormone (ANH),which Stimulates the Kidneys