Which of the following would be a result of an increase in systemic blood pressure?

A. Afferent arterioles constrict
B. Efferent arterioles constrict
C. Afferent arterioles dilate
D. Peritubular capillaries dilate


Ans: A. Afferent arterioles constrict

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