Juxtaglomerular Apparatus Function Quiz
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What is the main function of the juxtaglomerular apparatus?

  • To regulate blood glucose levels in the kidney
  • To synthesize proteins in the kidney
  • To maintain necessary blood pressure in the kidney for glomerular filtration (correct)
  • To produce red blood cells in the kidney

    • Which cells of the juxtaglomerular apparatus act as both baroreceptors and chemoreceptors?

  • Macula densa cells
  • Juxtaglomerular cells (correct)
  • Podocytes
  • Mesangial cells

    • What do the cells in the macula densa monitor?

  • Changes in sodium chloride concentration (correct)
  • Changes in protein concentration
  • Changes in glucose concentration
  • Changes in red blood cell count

    • What type of information do baroreceptors relay within the autonomic nervous system?

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