The ____ is a hormone produced by specialized cells in the heart in response to high blood pressure.
A) atrial natriuretic factor
B) renin
C) aldosterone
D) antidiuretic hormone
E) angiotensin

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Atrial natriuretic factor (ANF) is produced by the heart's atria in response to high blood pressure and works to reduce blood volume and pressure by increasing sodium and water excretion.

The ____ Is a Hormone Produced by Specialized Cells in the Heart