The function of atrial natriuretic peptide (ANP) is to:
A)decrease sodium and water excretion by the large intestine
B)increase sodium and water excretion by the kidneys
C)increase sodium and water excretion by the large intestine
D)decrease sodium and water excretion by the kidneys

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ANP is a hormone released by the heart that promotes sodium and water excretion by the kidneys, which leads to a decrease in blood volume and blood pressure. This occurs through a variety of mechanisms, including increasing glomerular filtration rate, inhibiting sodium reabsorption in the renal tubules, and promoting vasodilation in the blood vessels. ANP does not affect sodium and water excretion by the large intestine.

The Function of Atrial Natriuretic Peptide (ANP) Is To