Definition Sodium levels are affected by ADH (hypothalamus), aldosterone (renin-angiotensin-aldosterone axis), glucocorticoids and mineralocorticoids (pituitary axis). Potassium is affected by aldosterone, steroids, and insulin. Calcium levels are increased as PTH is released. Electrolytes and Related Hormones Sodium: ADH (retains fluid), glucocorticoids (cortisol) and mineralocorticoids (aldosterone) both retain Na Potassium: aldosterone (excretes K), gluco- and mineralocorticoids […]