NEET Sample Paper NEET Sample Test Paper-55

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    Which of the following is most likely to cause an increase in the glomerular filtration rate?

    A) Volume depletion

    B) Blockage of ureter

    C) Dilation of the afferent arterioles

    D) Release of renin from the juxtaglomerular apparatus

    Correct Answer: C

    Solution :

    The GFR is proportional to the glomerular capillary hydrostatic pressure. Dilation of the afferent arteriole causes an increase in glomerular capillary pressure. This increases the glomerular filtration rate.


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