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Renal — Flashcards

Renal — Flashcards

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#171

Renal blood flow (RBF) is calculated using the equation: RBF = _____

#172

At the _____ flow rates, saliva is most similar to plasma (high Na+ and Cl-, low K+)

#173

Why do patients with diabetes mellitus present with polyuria and polydipsia? _____

#174

The thick ascending limb (of Henle) normally reabsorbs approximately _____% of the filtered Na+

#175

What is the effect of hyperglycemia on serum sodium levels? _____

#176

The thin descending limb absorbs water _____

Hint: actively or passively

#177

What type of transport mechanism is Na+/glucose cotransport? _____

#178

_____ is a neurotransmitter that may be secreted by cells of the PCT of the nephron

#179

Where in the nephron is reabsorption isotonic? _____

#180

What is the effect of estrogen on bone mineral density? _____

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