Read the following statements.
Statement I: Hyposecretion of aldosterone results in low blood pressure.
Statement II: Hyposecretion of Aldosterone leads to elevated potassium & decreased sodium in the blood & dehydration.
In the light of given statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below.

see full answer

Your Exam Success, Personally Taken Care Of

1:1 expert mentors customize learning to your strength and weaknesses – so you score higher in school , IIT JEE and NEET entrance exams.

An Intiative by Sri Chaitanya

Statement I is correct, but statement II is incorrect.

Statement I is incorrect, but statement II is correct.

Both statement I and statement II are correct.

Both statement I and statement II are incorrect.

answer is A.

(Unlock A.I Detailed Solution for FREE)

Best Courses for You

JEE

NEET

Foundation JEE

Foundation NEET

CBSE

Detailed Solution

Aldosterone is adrenal steroid hormone which plays a vital role in the regulation of sodium levels in the kidney, salivary glands, sweat glands, and colon. It acts via the mineralocorticoid receptor (MR) to promote active transport of sodium and potassium excretion in its target tissues. Lack of aldosterone results in hypotension, hyponatremia (low sodium levels), hyperkalemia (elevated potassium levels), and metabolic acidosis.

Watch 3-min video & get full concept clarity