Asked by Becca Deleporte on May 22, 2024
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An obstruction in the afferent arteriole would reduce the flow of blood into the ________.
A) glomerulus
B) renal artery
C) macula densa
D) efferent arteriole
E) arcuate artery
Afferent Arteriole
The small artery that carries blood toward the capillaries in the glomerulus of the kidney.
Glomerulus
A network of capillaries located in the beginning of a nephron in the kidney where blood filtration takes place.
- Recognize the role and regulation of blood vessels associated with the nephron, including the afferent and efferent arterioles, glomerulus, and peritubular capillaries.
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Nicole ShaquittaMay 24, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The afferent arteriole is responsible for carrying blood into the glomerulus, so an obstruction in the afferent arteriole would reduce blood flow into the glomerulus.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize the role and regulation of blood vessels associated with the nephron, including the afferent and efferent arterioles, glomerulus, and peritubular capillaries.
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