Which statement about the actions of aldosterone in regulating water and electrolyte balance is correct? Select all that apply. One, some, or all responses may be correct. Secreted when blood pressure is low Decreases renal reabsorption of sodium Increases renal reabsorption of potassium Secreted when serum potassium levels are increased Promotes renal reabsorption of water to increase blood volume
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In response to increased levels of aldosterone, the kidneys produce a larger volume of urine, urine with a lower specific gravity, urine with a lower concentration of sodium ions, and urine with a lower concentration of potassium ions.
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