A region of the nephron that regulates the blood pressure in the afferent arteriole, which stimulates the release of aldosterone, is the ________.

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The juxtaglomerular apparatus (JGA) is a specialized region of the nephron which consists of juxtaglomerular cells, macula densa cells, and extraglomerular mesangial cells. The JGA is responsible for regulating blood pressure in the afferent arteriole by secreting renin, which leads to the formation of angiotensin II and aldosterone, both of which increase blood pressure.

A Region of the Nephron That Regulates the Blood Pressure