In a normal kidney, which of the following conditions would cause an increase in the glomerular filtration rate (GFR)?
A) a decrease in the net glomerular filtration pressure
B) a decrease in the concentration of plasma proteins in the blood
C) an increase in the capsular hydraulic pressure
D) a decrease in the hydraulic pressure of the glomerulus
E) constriction of the afferent arteriole
B) a decrease in the concentration of plasma proteins in the blood
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Fill in the blank with correct word.
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A. Axon B. Dendrite C. Glial cell D. Cell body E. None of the choices is correct.
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A) posterior surface of the spleen. B) body of the gallbladder. C) curve of the duodenum. D) descending colon. E) inferior surface of the liver.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false