What is the most common cause of prolonged vasoconstriction in the kidney?

A. Ischemia from decreased blood flow
B. Hormonal mechanisms to increase blood pressure
C. Release of antidiuretic hormone
D. Nephropathy from diabetes mellitus


Answer: B

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Fill in the blank with the correct word.

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