Which hormones work synergistically to retain water?

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Antidiuretic hormone (ADH) and aldosterone work synergistically to retain water in the body. ADH acts on the renal tubules to increase water reabsorption, while aldosterone acts on the distal tubules and collecting ducts to increase sodium reabsorption, which indirectly leads to water reabsorption. Together, these hormones help to conserve water and maintain fluid balance in the body. Atrial natriuretic peptide (ANP) has the opposite effect, promoting water and sodium excretion. Cortisol also indirectly promotes water retention through its effects on sodium reabsorption, but it is not typically involved in the regulation of fluid balance in the same way as ADH and aldosterone. Therefore, the correct answer is C.

Which Hormones Work Synergistically to Retain Water