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Glomerular capillary pressure differ from other capillaries of body in______________?
Correct answer: A. Higher filtration pressure
- A. Higher filtration pressure
- B. Lower filtration pressure
- C. Both of the above
- D. None
Explanation
Glomerular capillaries maintain a much higher hydrostatic pressure than most systemic capillaries, favouring filtration into Bowman’s capsule. This high pressure results from the afferent and efferent arteriolar arrangement.
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