The kidney secrete all of the following hormones except_____________?
Correct answer: A. Vasopressin
- A. Vasopressin
- B. Erythropoietin
- C. Renin
- D. 1,2,5 Dihydroxy cholecalciferol
Explanation
The kidney produces renin, erythropoietin, and active vitamin D, 1,25-dihydroxycholecalciferol. Vasopressin is synthesized in the hypothalamus and released from the posterior pituitary, not secreted by the kidney.
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