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Function Mesangial Cells?  Constrict Dilate Glomerulus Regulate Flow

The function of mesangial cells is to constrict or dilate the glomerulus to regulate blood flow.

La función de las células mesangiales es contraerse o dilatarse para regular el flujo de sangre del glomérulo.

Front What is the function of the mesangial cells? 
Back constrict or dilate the glomerulus to regulate flow of blood

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