Does blood pressure affect gfr in kidneys?

Yes, blood pressure affects glomerular filtration rate (GFR) in the kidneys. GFR is the rate at which blood plasma is filtered from the kidneys and is a measure of kidney function. Blood pressure is the force exerted by blood on the walls of blood vessels.

High blood pressure (hypertension) can damage the kidneys and lead to a decrease in GFR. This is because high blood pressure can cause damage to the blood vessels in the kidneys, which can lead to scarring and a decrease in the number of functioning nephrons (the filtering units in the kidneys). This can lead to a decrease in GFR and kidney failure.

Low blood pressure (hypotension) can also lead to a decrease in GFR. This is because low blood pressure can cause the kidneys to not receive enough blood, which can lead to damage to the nephrons and a decrease in GFR.

Therefore, blood pressure has a direct impact on GFR and kidney function. Maintaining a healthy blood pressure is important for maintaining healthy kidney function and preventing kidney disease.