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What triggers the cephalic phase of digestion?
What triggers the cephalic phase of digestion?
Gastrin is released during the intestinal phase of digestion.
Gastrin is released during the intestinal phase of digestion.
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What is the formula for calculating Net Filtration Pressure (NFP)?
What is the formula for calculating Net Filtration Pressure (NFP)?
NFP = Glomerular hydrostatic pressure - (Plasma osmotic pressure + Bowman’s capsule pressure)
CCK, or ______, influences bile release and pancreatic enzyme secretion.
CCK, or ______, influences bile release and pancreatic enzyme secretion.
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What is the role of Secretin in digestion?
What is the role of Secretin in digestion?
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Match the following digestion phases with their triggers:
Match the following digestion phases with their triggers:
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What is the primary contraceptive effect of the combination pill?
What is the primary contraceptive effect of the combination pill?
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What happens to NFP if the glomerular hydrostatic pressure drops to 50 mmHg?
What happens to NFP if the glomerular hydrostatic pressure drops to 50 mmHg?
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The intestinal phase stimulates gastric emptying and digestion in the duodenum.
The intestinal phase stimulates gastric emptying and digestion in the duodenum.
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The combination pill leads to an increase in GnRH release from the hypothalamus.
The combination pill leads to an increase in GnRH release from the hypothalamus.
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What substances are primarily reabsorbed in the proximal tubule?
What substances are primarily reabsorbed in the proximal tubule?
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The combination pill alters the _____________ to effectively prevent pregnancy.
The combination pill alters the _____________ to effectively prevent pregnancy.
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Match the nephron regions with their primary functions:
Match the nephron regions with their primary functions:
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What effect does synthetic progesterone have as part of the combination pill?
What effect does synthetic progesterone have as part of the combination pill?
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Filtration in the kidneys allows larger molecules such as proteins to pass into Bowman’s space.
Filtration in the kidneys allows larger molecules such as proteins to pass into Bowman’s space.
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What happens during the secretion phase in renal physiology?
What happens during the secretion phase in renal physiology?
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What is the primary function of the glomerulus?
What is the primary function of the glomerulus?
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The efferent arterioles carry blood towards the glomerulus.
The efferent arterioles carry blood towards the glomerulus.
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What is the Glomerular Filtration Rate (GFR) in mL/min?
What is the Glomerular Filtration Rate (GFR) in mL/min?
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The final pathway of urine includes the bladder and the ______.
The final pathway of urine includes the bladder and the ______.
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Match the renal process with its definition:
Match the renal process with its definition:
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Which structure surrounds the juxtamedullary nephron loops?
Which structure surrounds the juxtamedullary nephron loops?
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Reabsorption occurs only in the PCT.
Reabsorption occurs only in the PCT.
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What is the equation for Net Filtration Pressure (NFP)?
What is the equation for Net Filtration Pressure (NFP)?
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What is the primary effect of low ADH levels?
What is the primary effect of low ADH levels?
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High ADH levels lead to concentrated urine.
High ADH levels lead to concentrated urine.
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What role does angiotensin II play in blood pressure regulation?
What role does angiotensin II play in blood pressure regulation?
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Chloride is often co-transported with __________.
Chloride is often co-transported with __________.
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Match the following terms with their respective functions:
Match the following terms with their respective functions:
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What triggers the release of renin?
What triggers the release of renin?
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Cholera toxin leads to excessive sodium absorption in the intestines.
Cholera toxin leads to excessive sodium absorption in the intestines.
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What is the consequence of osmotic imbalances in the intestine?
What is the consequence of osmotic imbalances in the intestine?
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What is the primary effect of increased stomach pH on protein digestion?
What is the primary effect of increased stomach pH on protein digestion?
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Trypsin is significantly affected by changes in stomach pH.
Trypsin is significantly affected by changes in stomach pH.
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What enzyme in the mouth begins carbohydrate digestion?
What enzyme in the mouth begins carbohydrate digestion?
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The pancreas secretes __________ in response to high blood glucose levels.
The pancreas secretes __________ in response to high blood glucose levels.
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Which of the following correctly describes the role of ADH (Vasopressin) in water reabsorption?
Which of the following correctly describes the role of ADH (Vasopressin) in water reabsorption?
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Match the following hormones with their functions:
Match the following hormones with their functions:
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In type I diabetes, the body relies on __________ for managing blood glucose levels.
In type I diabetes, the body relies on __________ for managing blood glucose levels.
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What is the role of brush-border enzymes in carbohydrate digestion?
What is the role of brush-border enzymes in carbohydrate digestion?
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What primary fuels does skeletal muscle use during exercise?
What primary fuels does skeletal muscle use during exercise?
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Cortisol decreases gluconeogenesis during stress.
Cortisol decreases gluconeogenesis during stress.
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What metabolic pathway breaks down glucose into pyruvate?
What metabolic pathway breaks down glucose into pyruvate?
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During high-intensity exercise, glycolysis provides a rapid source of ATP __________.
During high-intensity exercise, glycolysis provides a rapid source of ATP __________.
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Match the type of diabetes with its characteristic.
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What is a primary effect of exercise on plasma glucose levels?
What is a primary effect of exercise on plasma glucose levels?
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Lactate accumulates during anaerobic glycolysis and contributes to muscle fatigue.
Lactate accumulates during anaerobic glycolysis and contributes to muscle fatigue.
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What is produced when pyruvate is oxidized in the presence of oxygen?
What is produced when pyruvate is oxidized in the presence of oxygen?
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Study Notes
Kidney Functions and Nephron Structure
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General Functions:
- Filtration: Removes waste products, toxins, and drugs from the blood.
- Regulation: Maintains fluid balance, electrolytes, and blood pressure.
- Acid-Base Balance: Regulates blood pH by excreting H+ and reabsorbing bicarbonate (HCO3−).
- Erythropoiesis Regulation: Releases erythropoietin (EPO) to stimulate red blood cell production.
- Metabolic and Hormonal Roles: Activates vitamin D and regulates calcium-phosphate metabolism.
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Filtration Barrier Layers:
- Fenestrated Endothelium: Allows passage of water and small solutes, but blocks cells like red blood cells.
- Basement Membrane: Prevents passage of large proteins based on charge and size.
- Podocyte Filtration Slits: Podocytes with slit diaphragms provide another size-selective barrier.
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Nephron Segments:
- Glomerular Capsule (Bowman's Capsule): Collects filtrate from the glomerulus.
- Proximal Convoluted Tubule (PCT): Reabsorbs most water, glucose, and electrolytes.
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Nephron Loop (Loop of Henle):
- Descending Limb: Permeable to water; concentrates filtrate.
- Ascending Limb: Impermeable to water; reabsorbs Na+ and Cl−.
- Distal Convoluted Tubule (DCT): Regulates Na+, K+, and pH under hormonal control (e.g., aldosterone).
- Collecting Duct: Adjusts water reabsorption based on ADH levels; forms concentrated or dilute urine.
- Nephron and Collecting Duct Relationship: Each nephron connects to a collecting duct, which collects processed filtrate (urine) from multiple nephrons; collecting ducts merge and drain into the renal pelvis.
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Cortical vs. Juxtamedullary Nephrons:
- Cortical Nephrons: Located mostly in the cortex; have short loops of Henle; general filtration and reabsorption.
- Juxtamedullary Nephrons: Extend deep into the medulla; have long loops of Henle; essential for urine concentration.
Vascular Elements of the Nephron
- Afferent Arterioles: Deliver blood to the glomerulus.
- Glomerulus: Network of capillaries that filters plasma into Bowman's capsule.
- Efferent Arterioles: Carry blood away from the glomerulus.
- Peritubular Capillaries: Surround cortical nephron tubules, and are part of the exchange site for reabsorption and secretion.
- Vasa Recta: Surround juxtamedullary nephron loops; maintain the medullary osmotic gradient.
Key Renal Processes
- Filtration: Plasma filtered into Bowman's capsule.
- Reabsorption: Valuable substances (e.g., water, glucose, sodium) reclaimed into the blood.
- Secretion: Additional waste products actively transported into tubules.
Determining Urine Volume and Composition
- Integration of Three Processes: Filtration, reabsorption, and secretion.
Glomerular Filtration Rate (GFR)
- Definition: The volume of filtrate produced by the kidneys per minute.
Water Molecule Pathway
- Pathway to Urine: Afferent arteriole → Glomerulus → Bowman's capsule → PCT → Loop of Henle → DCT → Collecting duct → Renal pelvis → Ureter → Bladder → Urethra → Excreted.
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Explore the essential functions of the kidneys and the intricate structure of nephron segments. This quiz covers topics such as filtration, regulation of body fluids, and the roles of specific cell types in kidney function. Test your understanding of how kidneys maintain homeostasis in the body.
