Question 1
Which substance is reabsorbed nearly 100% in the proximal convoluted tubule?
Question 2
What substances should NOT usually be found in filtrate under normal conditions?
Question 3
What is the approximate filtration rate of the nephron per 1.73 m² of body surface area?
Question 4
Where does fine-tuning of reabsorption and secretion mainly occur within the nephron?
Question 5
Which hormone increases water reabsorption in the collecting ducts?
Question 6
What role does aldosterone play in nephron function?
Question 7
What triggers the release of antidiuretic hormone (ADH)?
Question 8
Approximately how much sodium chloride and water is reabsorbed in the proximal convoluted tubule?
Question 9
Which segment of the nephron is highly water-permeable, reabsorbing a significant amount of water?
Question 10
What is the primary function of the glomerulus within the nephron?
Question 11
How is urea concentration affected by the Loop of Henle?
Question 12
What substance is used as a marker for glomerular filtration rate due to it not being reabsorbed or secreted?
Question 13
What percentage of bicarbonate is reabsorbed in the proximal convoluted tubule?
Question 14
Which components are primarily removed from the body during excretion?
Question 15
What is the main function of the ascending limb of the Loop of Henle?