What does aldosterone mean?
noun
A steroid hormone produced by the adrenal cortex that plays a key role in regulating electrolyte balance and blood pressure. It is involved in the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS).
Example
"The doctor prescribed medication to reduce the patient's aldosterone levels, which were causing high blood pressure."
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