The adrenal cortex releases ______________,which stimulates the kidney to take up extra sodium ions.

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Aldosterone is a hormone secreted by the adrenal cortex that specifically targets the kidney and stimulate the reabsorption of sodium ions from the renal tubules into the bloodstream, thereby increasing blood volume and blood pressure. Epinephrine is secreted by the adrenal medulla and has a broader physiological effect on regulating stress response. Glucose is produced by the pancreas and liver and regulates blood sugar levels. ADH (antidiuretic hormone) is secreted by the posterior pituitary gland and regulates water balance in the body.

The Adrenal Cortex Releases ______________,Which Stimulates the Kidney to Take