5 Questions
What is the primary stimulus for the production of Renin by JG cells?
Decreased mean arterial pressure
What is the result of Angiotensin II acting on arterioles?
Vasoconstriction
What is the role of aldosterone in response to Angiotensin II stimulation?
Increases Na+ reabsorption
Where are the receptors for Angiotensin II found?
Brain and adrenal cortex
What is the effect of Angiotensin II on the hypothalamus?
Increases thirst and water intake
Test your knowledge of the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system with this quiz. Explore the cascade of events triggered by decreased mean arterial pressure and the role of angiotensin II receptors in various organs.
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