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Hormonal Regulation of the Excretory System
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Action of aldosterone
ADH and aldosterone increase blood pressure and volume. Angiotensin II stimulates release of these hormones. Angiotensin II, in turn, is formed when renin cleaves angiotensin. This increases water retention and blood pressure.
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"OpenStax College, Regulation of Body Processes. October 17, 2013."
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