The effect of the hormone aldosterone on blood pressure is to:
A)raise it by causing vasoconstriction
B)lower it by decreasing blood volume
C)raise it by increasing blood volume
D)lower it by causing vasodilation

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Aldosterone causes an increase in blood volume by promoting sodium and water reabsorption in the kidneys. This increase in blood volume leads to an increase in blood pressure.

The Effect of the Hormone Aldosterone on Blood Pressure Is