Atrial natriuretic hormone and aldosterone have opposite effects on both blood sodium level and the amount of water retained by the kidney.

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Atrial natriuretic hormone promotes sodium excretion and urinary water loss, while aldosterone promotes sodium retention and water reabsorption in the kidney. Therefore, their effects are opposite in regards to blood sodium level and water retention.

Atrial Natriuretic Hormone and Aldosterone Have Opposite Effects on Both