The ability of the kidneys to maintain a relatively constant GFR despite fluctuating blood pressures is called as
A)renal plasma threshold.
B)renal transport maximum.
C)renal plasma clearance.
D)renal autoregulation.

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Renal autoregulation is the ability of the kidneys to regulate their own blood flow and maintain a relatively constant GFR despite fluctuations in blood pressure. This is achieved through various mechanisms including myogenic activity of the afferent arterioles and tubuloglomerular feedback. Renal plasma threshold, renal transport maximum, and renal plasma clearance are not related to this specific function of the kidneys.

The Ability of the Kidneys to Maintain a Relatively Constant