Renal — Flashcards

The thick ascending limb absorbs Na+ _____ (actively or passively)

The frequency of slow waves in the stomach is _____ waves/minute

In the proximal tubule, the **TF/P osm** ratio is _____ 1.

_____ (aldosterone or ADH) primarily regulates osmolarity; may also respond to low volume states

Hyper-osmotic urine is produced when the circulating levels of ADH are _____

In hyperkalemic RTA, hyperkalemia causes _____ NH3 synthesis in the PCT

A portion of the NH4+ from the proximal tubule is excreted directly in the _____

How does hematocrit change with excessive NaCl intake? _____

The V2 receptor for ADH is located on the _____ membrane of the collecting duct

The early distal tubule is also known as the _____ segment