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NEET Previous Year Question

$Which of the following would help in prevention of diuresis?$

Topic: NEET PYQ

Answer: C. Full step-by-step solution below.

A $Decrease in secretion of renin by JG cells$
B $More water reabsorption due to under secretion of ADH$
C $Reabsorption of N a^{+} and water from renal tubules due to aldosterone$
D $Atrial natriuretic factor causes vasoconstriction$

Correct answer: C

Solution

(c) Diuresis means increased urine output. Aldosterone increases the reabsorption of N a^{+} (and consequently water) from the DCT and collecting duct, thereby reducing urine output and helping prevent diuresis.

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