Which of These Structures in the Kidney Is Sensitive to Changes

question 25

Multiple Choice

Which of these structures in the kidney is sensitive to changes in the volume and pressure of blood and can release renin to regulate the changes?

• A) Vasa recta
• B) Juxtaglomerular cells
• C) Collecting duct
• D) Hilum
• E) Mesangial cells

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