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When Fluid Flow Through the Distal Tubule Increases as a Result

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When fluid flow through the distal tubule increases as a result of increased GFR, the macula densa cells send a chemical message to the neighboring afferent arteriole.The afferent arteriole constricts, increasing resistance and decreasing GFR.This type of autoregulation involving both the kidney tubule and the arteriole is known as ________.

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