Salt Balance Flashcards
1
Q
What happens upon an increased intake of salt?
A
Expanding of circulatory volume
2
Q
Where is Renin produced?
A
Granula cells
3
Q
What transmitter released by macula densa cells increases renin secretion?
A
NO
4
Q
What are some effects of angiotensinogen?
A
Vasoconstriction, Na absorption, ADH release for water retention, increase in aldosterone release.
5
Q
Where is aldosterone produced?
A
Zone glomerulosa in adrenal cortex.
