Constriction of Which Vessel, by Intrinsic or Extrinsic Mechanisms, Decreases

question 94

Multiple Choice

Constriction of which vessel, by intrinsic or extrinsic mechanisms, decreases glomerular filtration rate?

• A) vasa recta
• B) peritubular capillary
• C) efferent arteriole
• D) glomerulus
• E) afferent arteriole

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