What is the role played by the renin-angiotensin mechanism in the regulation of kidney function?

  • A
    It decreases blood pressure and reduces $GFR$.
  • B
    It activates $JG$ cells to release renin,which increases $GFR$ and stimulates aldosterone secretion.
  • C
    It inhibits the reabsorption of $Na^+$ and water from the $DCT$.
  • D
    It causes vasodilation of the afferent arteriole,decreasing glomerular pressure.

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$B.$ $A$ fall in $\text{GFR}$ can activate the release of renin.
$C.$ Low blood flow to the atria stimulates the secretion of $\text{ANF}$.
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