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What is the primary function of the nephron in relation to non-protein nitrogenous substances?
What is the primary function of the nephron in relation to non-protein nitrogenous substances?
- Ultra-filtration at the glomerulus (correct)
- Secretion of erythropoietin
- Activation of vitamin D
- Metabolism of foreign chemicals
Which condition is characterized by an excess of urea or other nitrogenous compounds in the blood?
Which condition is characterized by an excess of urea or other nitrogenous compounds in the blood?
- Glomerulonephritis
- Diabetic insipidus
- Azotemia (correct)
- Renal hypertension
Which hormone is important for the reabsorption of water from the kidneys?
Which hormone is important for the reabsorption of water from the kidneys?
- Antidiuretic hormone (correct)
- Erythropoietin
- Angiotensinogen
- Renin
Which NPN compound is present in the highest concentration in blood and urine?
Which NPN compound is present in the highest concentration in blood and urine?
Which method of urea measurement is considered an 'indirect' method?
Which method of urea measurement is considered an 'indirect' method?
Which NPN compound is formed spontaneously from creatine in muscle and excreted into urine through glomerular filtration?
Which NPN compound is formed spontaneously from creatine in muscle and excreted into urine through glomerular filtration?
Which of the following substances is not normally found in the filtrate due to its large molecular weight?
Which of the following substances is not normally found in the filtrate due to its large molecular weight?
What is the renal threshold plasma concentration for glucose?
What is the renal threshold plasma concentration for glucose?
Which of the following waste products is primarily regulated through tubular secretion?
Which of the following waste products is primarily regulated through tubular secretion?
What is the normal glomerular filtration rate (GFR) in mL/min?
What is the normal glomerular filtration rate (GFR) in mL/min?
