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ANH stands for atrial natriuretic hormone. It is released by the atria when to much pressure is bing applied to them (Blood pressure is to high). The hormone inhibits water reabsorbtion in the kidneys, thereby reducing blood volume and lowering blood pressure.

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Atrial natriuretic hormone (ANH) is a hormone produced by cardiac muscle cells in the heart in response to stretching of the atria. ANH functions to reduce blood volume and blood pressure by promoting vasodilation and increasing excretion of sodium and water by the kidneys.

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