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The kidney secrete all of the following hormones except_____________?

Correct answer: C. Vasopressin

  • A. Renin
  • B. Erythropoietin
  • C. Vasopressin
  • 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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