9 Questions
What is the effect of angiotensin II on glomerular arterioles?
It constricts efferent arterioles more than afferent arterioles
How does the constriction of afferent arterioles affect systemic arterial blood pressure?
It increases the arteriolar resistance, raising blood pressure
What is the primary mechanism by which the kidneys maintain glomerular blood hydrostatic pressure?
Constricting efferent arterioles more than afferent arterioles
What is the effect of angiotensin II on systemic arterial blood pressure?
It increases blood pressure
Which arteriole has a greater response to angiotensin II?
Efferent arteriole
What is the primary effect of constricting efferent arterioles?
Increase in glomerular pressure
What is the primary effect of constricting afferent arterioles?
Decrease in glomerular pressure
Which of the following is NOT a consequence of angiotensin II constriction of efferent arterioles?
Decrease in glomerular filtration rate
What is the primary consequence of constriction of afferent arterioles in the kidney?
Decrease in glomerular pressure
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