<prompt> Atrial natriuretic peptide causes:Increases glomerular filtration rate by acting via mesengel cellsIncreases the permeability of renal tubules for excretion of sodium ionsVasodilationAll of the above  <response>: D1 All of the above: Ref: 460-61-G, 364-SL 675- Ganong 23rdATRIAL-NATRIURETIC PEPTIDE: secreted by atrial musculature of the heart ANP increases excretion of sodium ions through urine natriuresis ANP causes dilatation of vessels vasodilation and lowering blood pressure ANP is responsible for escape phenomenon and prevention of edema in primary hyperaldosteronism in spite of increased volume of ECF 