Question

This hormone, ____________, is the main mineralocorticoid hormone. It is a steroid hormone produced by the adrenal gland. It plays a central role in the regulation of blood sodium and postassium levels, thereby impacting the body's hydration level, as well as its blood volume and pressure. In fact, some blood pressure medications are effective because they interfere with the secretion or action of this hormone. What hormone is it?

a. cortisol
b. hydrocortisone
c. parathyroid hormone
d. aldosterone

Answer 1

Aldosterone.

Step-by-step explanation:

Aldosterone is a mineralocorticoid hormone release from the adrenal gland. This hormone belongs to the class of steroid hormone.

Aldosterone hormone main function is the regulation of potassium and sodium levels in the blood. Maintains the blood hydration level, blood pressure and blood volume. This hormone is also helpful in blood pressure medication.

Thus, the correct answer is option (d).