Autoregulation of the Rate of Glomerular Filtration Has Which of the Following

question 12

Multiple Choice

Autoregulation of the rate of glomerular filtration has which of the following properties?

• A) depends on changes in the afferent arteriole
• B) depends on changes in the mesangial cells
• C) depends on changes in the efferent arteriole
• D) all of the above
• E) none of the above

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Definitions:

Lymphatic Duct

A large vessel in the lymphatic system that drains lymph from the lymphatic vessels into the venous system.

Vena Cavae

The two major veins (superior vena cava and inferior vena cava) that carry deoxygenated blood from the body back to the heart.

Cisterna Chyli

A dilated sac at the lower end of the thoracic duct into which lymph from the intestinal trunk and two lumbar lymphatic trunks flows.

Thoracic Duct

The main lymphatic vessel that drains lymph from the lower and left side of the body into the circulatory system.