Which of the Following Statements Best Describes the Difference Between

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best describes the difference between the intrinsic and extrinsic controls of the kidney?

• A) Extrinsic controls have the greatest effect on systemic blood pressure while intrinsic control have a greater effect on GFR.
• B) Extrinsic controls will reduce blood plasma volume while intrinsic controls will increase blood plasma volumes.
• C) Intrinsic controls raise blood pressure while extrinsic controls lower blood pressure.
• D) Extrinsic and intrinsic controls work in nearly opposite ways.

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