All of the following may increase the permeability of the glomerular membrane EXCEPT ________
A) physical injury
B) low blood pressure
C) disease
D) bacterial toxins
B
Explanation:
A) Physical injury may increase the permeability of the glomerular membrane.
C) Certain diseases may increase the permeability of the glomerular membrane.
D) Bacterial toxins may increase the permeability of the glomerular membrane.
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word