You are running late for physiology class, and instead of cutting through a yard

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You are running late for physiology class, and instead of cutting through a yard where there is a dangerous cat, you go the long way and run all the way to school. It is very hot and you sweat excessively and become dehydrated. You lose proportionately more water than salts.

a) What enzyme is released as a direct result of the change in renal blood pressure?

b) What non-‘roid hormone is produced as the end result of activation of the pathway in g.?

c) Name 3 hormones that will be affecting the state of contraction of your arterioles and peripheral vasculature.

Explanation / Answer

Answer

A. the enzyme which is released as direct result of the change in renal blood pressure is Renin or Angiotensinogenase.

B. The Non steroiodal hormone produced is Aldosterone.

C. the three hormones affecting the arterioles and peripheral vasculature are ADH, Aldosterone and Angiotensiogen II.

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