The primary action of mineralocorticoids is to _____ the body.
A) conserve sodium ions in
B) eliminate sodium ions from
C) conserve potassium ions in
D) eliminate water from

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Mineralocorticoids, such as aldosterone, function to conserve sodium ions in the body by promoting their reabsorption in the kidneys. This leads to increased water retention and maintenance of blood volume and blood pressure.

The Primary Action of Mineralocorticoids Is to _____ the Body