Aldosterone
Synonyms
Aldosterone, (+-)-Isomer
Aldosterone, (11 beta,17 alpha)-Isomer
Pregn-4-en-18-al, 11,21-dihydroxy-3,20-dioxo-, (11beta)-
A hormone secreted by the ADRENAL CORTEX that regulates electrolyte and water balance by increasing the renal retention of sodium and the excretion of potassium.
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