Campbell Biology (12th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0135188741
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Chapter 44 - 44.5 - Concept Check - Page 996: 3

Answer

High blood pressure.

Work Step by Step

Aldosterone promotes the reuptake of water and sodium in the collecting duct. Excessive levels of aldosterone would be expected to cause the body to reabsorb much more sodium and water than would be necessary, causing elevated blood pressure.
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