The glomerular filtration rate is directly related to which factor?
a. Perfusion pressure in the glomerular capillaries
b. Diffusion rate in the renal cortex
c. Diffusion rate in the renal medulla
d. Glomerular active transport
Ans: a. Perfusion pressure in the glomerular capillaries
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