When arterial blood pressure is elevated above normal, which compensatory change in renal function occurs as a result of the baroreceptor reflex?
A)afferent arteriolar vasoconstriction
B)afferent arteriolar vasodilation
C) reduction in GFR
D) efferent arteriolar vasoconstriction

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When arterial blood pressure is elevated, the baroreceptor reflex leads to afferent arteriolar vasodilation in the kidneys, which increases renal blood flow and glomerular filtration rate (GFR) to help reduce blood pressure.

When Arterial Blood Pressure Is Elevated Above Normal, Which Compensatory