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Write two functions of juxtaglomerular apparatus.

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The two main functions of the juxtaglomerular apparatus are as follows:
1. To regulate blood pressure and the filtration rate of the glomerulus.
2. It secretes renin and erythropoietin. Renin controls RAAS and is responsible for osmoregulation.

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