Renal NaCl Excretion Quiz

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How does vasoconstriction affect the hydrostatic pressure within the glomerular capillary lumen?

  • Fluctuates
  • Remains the same
  • Decreases (correct)
  • Increases

Which arteriole is more affected by vasoconstriction in the context of GFR?

  • Efferent arteriole
  • Afferent arteriole (correct)
  • Cortical arteriole
  • Renal arteriole

Which cells stimulate renin secretion along the nephron?

  • Podocytes
  • Cells of the afferent arterioles (correct)
  • Cells of the efferent arterioles
  • Mesangial cells

What happens to Na+ reabsorption when renin secretion is increased?

<p>Increases (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which hormone stimulates Na+ reabsorption in the distal tubule and collecting duct?

<p>Aldosterone (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of natriuretic peptides on NaCl excretion?

<p>Increases (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which hormone increases H2O reabsorption by the distal tubule and collecting duct?

<p>AVP (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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