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Which part of the nephron plays a major role in diluting luminal fluid?
Which part of the nephron plays a major role in diluting luminal fluid?
Where are the cells of the macula densa located?
Where are the cells of the macula densa located?
Which hormone influences cortical collecting tubule cells for Na reabsorption and K secretion?
Which hormone influences cortical collecting tubule cells for Na reabsorption and K secretion?
Which substance is not reabsorbed in the proximal tubules?
Which substance is not reabsorbed in the proximal tubules?
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What percentage of filtered water is reabsorbed in the proximal tubules?
What percentage of filtered water is reabsorbed in the proximal tubules?
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Which nephron segment is responsible for the regulation of urea absorption and acid-base balance?
Which nephron segment is responsible for the regulation of urea absorption and acid-base balance?
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Which organic molecules are fully or almost fully reabsorbed in the proximal tubules?
Which organic molecules are fully or almost fully reabsorbed in the proximal tubules?
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What percentage of additional salt and water is reabsorbed in the distal tubules and connecting tubules?
What percentage of additional salt and water is reabsorbed in the distal tubules and connecting tubules?
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Which part of the nephron plays a significant role in reabsorbing K, PO4, Ca, and HCO3?
Which part of the nephron plays a significant role in reabsorbing K, PO4, Ca, and HCO3?
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Which nephron segment is influenced by ADH for water reabsorption?
Which nephron segment is influenced by ADH for water reabsorption?
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