The effect of the hormone ANP on blood pressure is to:
A)raise it by causing vasoconstriction
B)lower it by decreasing blood volume
C)raise it by increasing blood volume
D)lower it by causing vasodilation

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ANP (atrial natriuretic peptide) is a hormone released by the heart in response to increased blood volume and stretching of the atria. It promotes vasodilation and inhibits fluid and salt retention in the kidneys, leading to a decrease in blood volume and therefore a decrease in blood pressure.

The Effect of the Hormone ANP on Blood Pressure Is