The modified smooth muscle cells of the afferent arteriole are termed
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a
macula densa
b
juxtaglomerular cells
c
mesangial cells
d
paneth cells
answer is B.
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Juxtaglomerular cells are the modified smooth muscle cells of the afferent arteriole. A fall in GFR can activate them to secrete renin which activates RAAS by converting angiotensinogen to angiotensin-I.