Which of the following statements about mesangial cells within the glomerulus is accurate? Select all that apply. Mesangial cells: exhibit vasodilator properties to assist with increase in blood flow in times of stress. enlarge (hyperplasia) in response to glomerular diseases. cover the entire amount of endothelial cells contained within the capillaries. have phagocytic properties that remove macromolecular materials. are coiled and drain Bowman capsule.
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" - This statement is inaccurate. Mesangial cells primarily have contractile properties and can help regulate glomerular filtration rate by altering the surface area of the capillaries, but they do not primarily function as vasodilators. Show more…
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