Which of the following statements are true of aldosterone? (Read carefully and select all of the correct statements.)
A) It is secreted by the adrenal cortex.
B) It increases the reabsorption of K+ ions by the kidneys.
C) It increases the excretion of Na+ ions by the kidneys.
D) Normal secretion helps maintain normal blood volume because water is reabsorbed by the kidneys.
E) In the absence of aldosterone, blood pressure will rise to dangerous levels.
F) Normal secretion helps prevent blood pH from rising too high.
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