If the Glomerular Mesangial Cells Contract,reducing the Overall Surface Area

question 70

Multiple Choice

If the glomerular mesangial cells contract,reducing the overall surface area of the glomerulus which of the following is not likely to occur?

• A) Systemic blood pressure will be lowered.
• B) Glomerular filtration rate will decrease.
• C) Net filtration rate will decrease.
• D) Urine output will decrease.

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Definitions:

Hyphae

Long, branching filamentous structures of fungi, through which they absorb nutrients from their environment.

Zygomycota

A phylum of fungi characterized by their production of zygospores during sexual reproduction.

Puffballs

Type of fungi that belong to the division Basidiomycota, known for their round shape and the way they release spores through a pore or opening.

Heterothallic

Pertaining to certain algae and fungi that have two mating types; only by combining a plus strain and a minus strain can sexual reproduction occur. Compare with homothallic.