A hormone produced by the heart, known as ________, prevents the release of aldosterone in order to reduce blood volume and blood pressure.
A) atrial natriuretic peptide (ANP)
B) cortisol
C) antidiuretic hormone (ADH)
D) glucagon

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The hormone produced by the heart that prevents the release of aldosterone is atrial natriuretic peptide (ANP). ANP is released by the heart in response to an increase in blood volume and pressure. It acts on the kidneys to increase the excretion of sodium and water, which reduces blood volume and blood pressure. ANP also inhibits the release of aldosterone, a hormone produced by the adrenal glands that promotes the reabsorption of sodium and water in the kidneys. By inhibiting aldosterone, ANP helps to further reduce blood volume and pressure.

A Hormone Produced by the Heart, Known as ________, Prevents