6 Questions
What is the effect of excessive intravenous administration of 5% glucose?
Decreases plasma osmolality
Which condition can cause coma by causing water to flow out of the brain cells?
Hyperosmolality
Why is active transport considered carrier-mediated?
Because it involves energy expenditure
What is another name for the transporting carrier protein system involved in active transport?
'Active pump mechanisms'
What type of transport refers to the mechanism of moving substances against the chemical and/or electrical gradient?
Active transport
What compound breakdown liberates the energy needed for active transport?
Adenosine triphosphate (ATP)
Test your knowledge on the effects of changes in plasma osmolality, including the impact of dehydration, diabetes, glucose administration, and renal diseases. Learn about hyperosmolality and its potential complications.
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