NEET Solved Paper 2014 Question 62

Question: Which of the following causes an increase in sodium reabsorption in the distal convoluted tubule? [AIPMT 2014]

Options:

A) Increase in aldosterone levels

B) Increase in antidiuretic hormone levels

C) Decrease in aldosterone levels

D) Decrease in antidiuretic hormone levels

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Answer:

Correct Answer: A

Solution:

  • Increase in aldosterone levels because an increase in sodium reabsorption is DCT. It is secreted by outer, layer of adrenal gland when aldosterone is present in the blood, all the $ N{a^{+}} $ in the fi Iterate is reabsorbed. Retaining $ N{a^{+}} $ raises the osmotic pressure of the blood and reduces the water loss from the body.