If the peripheral capillary beds become constricted,
A) blood flow into the efferent arteriole will increase.
B) blood pressure in the renal arteries will increase.
C) GFR will decrease.
D) vasodilation of the efferent arteriole will occur.
E) the sensation of thirst will be inhibited.

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Constriction of peripheral capillary beds increases systemic vascular resistance, leading to an increase in blood pressure, including in the renal arteries.

If the Peripheral Capillary Beds Become Constricted