Vickie has a tumor that secretes excess amounts of the hormone aldosterone.Because of the elevated level of hormone,she exhibits

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Aldosterone is a hormone that regulates sodium and potassium ion balance in the body. Its excess secretion leads to an increase in sodium ion storage in the body, which in turn leads to an increase in blood volume and blood pressure. Hence, both an increase in blood pressure and an increase in stored sodium ion are the effects of Vickie's condition.

Vickie Has a Tumor That Secretes Excess Amounts of the Hormone