Which of the following structures consist of specialized cells that secrete renin when glomerular blood pressure falls?
a) efferent arteriole
b) glomerular capsule
c) juxtaglomerular complex
d) afferent arteriole
Answer: c) juxtaglomerular complex
Anatomy & Physiology
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a. motor neurons b. sympathetic nervous system c. spinal cord d. afferent division e. autonomic nervous system
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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Traditionally, ________ mm Hg has been accepted as a normal blood pressure for healthy young adults.
A. 120/80 B. 120/90 C. 130/80 D. 130/90
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