10 Questions
Where does blood from the renal artery flow into smaller and smaller arteries?
Afferent arterioles
What is the functional unit of the kidney that consists of the glomerulus and Bowman's capsule?
Nephron
What is the part of the renal tubule that is also known as the loop of Henle?
Ascending limb
Where does blood move into a tiny capillary bed called the glomerulus?
Afferent arterioles
What is the name of the set of hormones that make up the system regulating blood pressure?
Renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system
How many nephrons are there in each kidney?
1 million
Where does blood leave the glomerulus after filtration?
Efferent arterioles
'Loop of Henle' contains which two distinct parts?
'Ascending limb' and 'descending limb'
Which part of the nephron is responsible for blood filtration?
Renal corpuscle
What type of capillaries are arranged around the renal tubule?
Peritubular capillaries
Learn about the cardiovascular system's role in maintaining blood pressure control through the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system, starting with the kidney's involvement. Explore how hormones regulate blood pressure and the flow of blood within the body.
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