Which of the Following Factors Would Decrease the GFR

question 174

Multiple Choice

Which of the following factors would decrease the GFR?

• A) a fall in plasma protein concentration
• B) an obstruction such as a kidney stone in the tubular system, which increases Bowman's capsule hydrostatic pressure
• C) vasodilation of the afferent arterioles
• D) a fall in plasma protein concentration and vasodilation of the afferent arterioles
• E) none of these

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