natriuresis
noun
excretion of sodium in the urine.
natriuretic
-
a word derived from
natriuresis.
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Hormones like epinephrine, norepinephrine, renin-angiotensin, aldosterone, anti-diuretic hormone, and atrial natriuretic peptide help regulate the needs of the body as well as the communication between the different organ systems.
From Textbooks ● Jun. 9, 2022
The heart produces the hormone atrial natriuretic peptide, which functions to reduce blood volume, pressure, and Na+ concentration.
From Textbooks ● Jun. 9, 2022
Therefore, natriuretic peptides inhibit both Na+ and water recovery.
From Textbooks ● Jun. 19, 2013
Cells in the ventricle produce a hormone with similar effects, called B-type natriuretic hormone.
From Textbooks ● Jun. 19, 2013
