In the myogenic mechanism of autoregulation, what is the response to an increase in blood pressure in the afferent arteriole?

In the myogenic mechanism of autoregulation, what is the response to an increase in blood pressure in the afferent arteriole?


A. constriction of the glomerulus

B. dilation of the afferent arteriole

C. dilation of the efferent arteriole

D. constriction of the afferent arteriole


Answer: D. constriction of the afferent arteriole


Learn More :

Biology Chapter 26

Learn More Multiple Choice Question :