Water Balance

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Water Balance is the degree of retention of Water within the body.  This function is regulated primarily by the Kidneys.

 

These Substances may Enhance the body's Water Balance

Hormones

 Adrenocorticotropic Hormone (ACTH) is involved in the regulation of the body's Water Balance and retention.

 Mineralocorticoids (especially Aldosterone) regulate Water Balance within the body (by causing the retention of Sodium and the excretion of Potassium).

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