Which of the following aspects of kidney function is performed by the juxtaglomerular apparatus?
A) Regulating urine concentration
B) Facilitating active transport to reabsorb electrolytes
C) Regulating sodium and potassium elimination
D) Matching changes in GFR with renal blood flow
Ans: D
Feedback:
The juxtaglomerular apparatus is thought to represent a feedback control system that links changes in the glomerular filtration rate (GFR) with renal blood flow.
Health & Biomechanics
You might also like to view...
The atria receive blood returning to the heart
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Health & Biomechanics
Define body composition
Health & Biomechanics
An unresolved streptococcal infection of the throat can lead to rheumatic heart disease
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Health & Biomechanics
What can pharmacy training accomplish?
What will be an ideal response?
Health & Biomechanics