When macula densa cells experience increased Na+ concentration in the filtrate, they respond by

A. increasing afferent arteriole constriction.
B. decreasing urine production.
C. decreasing renin secretion.
D. increasing aldosterone secretion.
E. increasing renin secretion


C

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