Atrial natriuretic peptide has been found to
A) decrease sodium secretion and increase blood pressure.
B) constrict afferent arterioles, decreasing the glomerular filtration rate.
C) be produced by the adrenal cortex.
D) inhibit sodium reabsorption by the collecting ducts.
E) increase the release of renin from the juxtaglomerular apparatus.

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Atrial natriuretic peptide (ANP) is a hormone that helps to reduce blood volume and pressure by inhibiting sodium reabsorption in the kidneys, specifically in the collecting ducts, leading to increased sodium and water excretion.

Atrial Natriuretic Peptide Has Been Found to