Aldosterone

Pronunciation: /ˈæɫˈdɑstɝˈwən/

Aldosterone (noun)

  1. A hormone made by the adrenal glands that helps control how much sodium and water stay in the body.
  2. A hormone that can raise blood pressure by increasing sodium and water reabsorption in the kidneys.

Examples

  • Aldosterone helps regulate blood salt levels.
  • The body uses aldosterone as a blood salt regulator.