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Which segment of the nephron is primarily responsible for reabsorbing the most phosphorus?
Which segment of the nephron is primarily responsible for reabsorbing the most phosphorus?
- Proximal convoluted tubule (correct)
- Distal convoluted tubule
- Collecting duct
- Loop of Henle
What percentage of total serum magnesium is considered free and filterable by the kidneys?
What percentage of total serum magnesium is considered free and filterable by the kidneys?
- 50%
- 70% (correct)
- 30%
- 90%
Which of the following mechanisms primarily influences magnesium reabsorption in the kidneys?
Which of the following mechanisms primarily influences magnesium reabsorption in the kidneys?
- Both paracellular and transcellular mechanisms (correct)
- Transcellular mechanisms only
- Paracellular transport only
- Active transport only
What is the normal range for magnesium concentration in serum?
What is the normal range for magnesium concentration in serum?
Where in the nephron is magnesium reabsorption least significant?
Where in the nephron is magnesium reabsorption least significant?
What is the total body content of calcium typically found in a human body?
What is the total body content of calcium typically found in a human body?
Which hormone is produced by the parathyroid glands to regulate calcium levels?
Which hormone is produced by the parathyroid glands to regulate calcium levels?
What percentage of calcium is typically reabsorbed by the kidneys?
What percentage of calcium is typically reabsorbed by the kidneys?
Which part of the nephron is responsible for the majority of calcium reabsorption?
Which part of the nephron is responsible for the majority of calcium reabsorption?
Which calcium transport mechanism occurs mainly in the proximal tubule?
Which calcium transport mechanism occurs mainly in the proximal tubule?
What triggers the secretion of parathyroid hormone (PTH)?
What triggers the secretion of parathyroid hormone (PTH)?
Which segment of the nephron is involved in active transport of calcium?
Which segment of the nephron is involved in active transport of calcium?
What role does calcitriol play in calcium homeostasis?
What role does calcitriol play in calcium homeostasis?
How much calcium is typically filtered by the kidneys daily?
How much calcium is typically filtered by the kidneys daily?
Which receptor is key in coordinating calcium feedback loops in the body?
Which receptor is key in coordinating calcium feedback loops in the body?
What is the primary role of calcitriol in the body?
What is the primary role of calcitriol in the body?
Which of the following is not a form of Vitamin D?
Which of the following is not a form of Vitamin D?
What is the abbreviation for 25-hydroxyvitamin D?
What is the abbreviation for 25-hydroxyvitamin D?
How much calcium is stored in the total body stores?
How much calcium is stored in the total body stores?
Which synthetic derivative of Vitamin D is also known for clinical investigation?
Which synthetic derivative of Vitamin D is also known for clinical investigation?
What is the normal concentration range of phosphorus in the bloodstream?
What is the normal concentration range of phosphorus in the bloodstream?
Which of the following best describes phosphorus distribution in the body?
Which of the following best describes phosphorus distribution in the body?
What is one of the mechanisms of calcium absorption in the intestines?
What is one of the mechanisms of calcium absorption in the intestines?
What percentage of total body calcium is found intracellularly?
What percentage of total body calcium is found intracellularly?
Which component of total serum calcium is considered physiologically active?
Which component of total serum calcium is considered physiologically active?
What is the serum calcium concentration range in mg/dl?
What is the serum calcium concentration range in mg/dl?
What mechanism allows for passive calcium absorption in the intestines?
What mechanism allows for passive calcium absorption in the intestines?
What can falsely lower total serum calcium levels?
What can falsely lower total serum calcium levels?
Which of the following statements about potassium reabsorption is true?
Which of the following statements about potassium reabsorption is true?
Which of the following factors is LEAST likely to affect extracellular fluid potassium concentration?
Which of the following factors is LEAST likely to affect extracellular fluid potassium concentration?
What could lead to cardiac arrest or fibrillation regarding plasma potassium levels?
What could lead to cardiac arrest or fibrillation regarding plasma potassium levels?
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Extracellular Potassium Concentration
Extracellular Potassium Concentration
The concentration of potassium in the fluid outside cells.
Cardiac Arrhythmias
Cardiac Arrhythmias
Irregular heartbeats caused by changes in potassium concentration.
Total Serum Calcium
Total Serum Calcium
The total amount of calcium in the blood, measured in mg/dL. Comprised of ionized, protein-bound, and complexed calcium.
Ionized Calcium
Ionized Calcium
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Protein-Bound Calcium
Protein-Bound Calcium
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Intestinal Calcium Absorption
Intestinal Calcium Absorption
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Paracellular Calcium Absorption
Paracellular Calcium Absorption
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Hypoalbuminemia
Hypoalbuminemia
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Vitamin D's role in bone resorption
Vitamin D's role in bone resorption
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Vitamin D's effect on calcium absorption
Vitamin D's effect on calcium absorption
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Vitamin D's effect on kidney calcium
Vitamin D's effect on kidney calcium
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25-hydroxyvitamin D
25-hydroxyvitamin D
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Calcitriol
Calcitriol
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Total Body Phosphorus Stores
Total Body Phosphorus Stores
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Extracellular Phosphorus
Extracellular Phosphorus
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Normal Phosphorus Concentration
Normal Phosphorus Concentration
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Renal Phosphorus Reabsorption
Renal Phosphorus Reabsorption
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Transcellular Phosphorus Transport
Transcellular Phosphorus Transport
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Magnesium Reabsorption
Magnesium Reabsorption
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Magnesium's Role in the TAHL
Magnesium's Role in the TAHL
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Renal Magnesium Filtration
Renal Magnesium Filtration
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Calcium distribution in the body
Calcium distribution in the body
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Renal calcium absorption
Renal calcium absorption
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Proximal Convoluted Tubule (PCT) calcium absorption
Proximal Convoluted Tubule (PCT) calcium absorption
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Loop of Henle calcium absorption
Loop of Henle calcium absorption
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Distal Convoluted Tubule (DCT) calcium absorption
Distal Convoluted Tubule (DCT) calcium absorption
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Collecting Duct (CD) calcium absorption
Collecting Duct (CD) calcium absorption
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Parathyroid Hormone (PTH)
Parathyroid Hormone (PTH)
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Calcium Sensing Receptor
Calcium Sensing Receptor
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Calcium homeostasis
Calcium homeostasis
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Study Notes
Renal Regulation of Potassium, Calcium, Phosphate, and Magnesium
- Extracellular Potassium (K+): Normal levels rarely fluctuate more than ±0.3 mEq/L; many cell functions are sensitive to changes. A 3-4 mEq/L increase can cause cardiac arrhythmias. High concentrations can cause cardiac arrest or fibrillation.
- Potassium Intake/Output: Daily intake is about 100 mEq, output is mostly in the urine (92 mEq/day) and feces (8 mEq/day).
Chemical Anatomy of Serum Calcium
- Serum Calcium (8.4-10.2 mg/dL): Composed of ionized (48%), protein-bound (46%, mainly albumin), and complexed (7%) components.
- Ionized Calcium: Physiologically active in muscle contraction, blood clotting, and intracellular adhesion. Hypoalbuminemia can lead to falsely low serum calcium levels; correct by adding 0.8 mg/dL per 1 g/dL reduction in albumin below 4 g/dL.
- Inorganic Compounds (7%): Calcium complexes with substances like citrate or phosphate.
Calcium Flux between Body Compartments
- Soft Tissue and Intracellular Calcium: Influenced by calcium flux between bone and extracellular fluid. Extracellular calcium levels are approximately 500 mg.
- Bone Calcium: Contains approximately 9,800 mg of calcium.
- Intestinal Calcium Absorption: Absorption occurs via paracellular (passive) or transcellular (active) mechanisms, influenced by calcitriol.
- Kidney Calcium Excretion: Calcium is excreted via urine (in 200mg).
Distribution of Calcium in Body
- Total Body Calcium: Ranges from 1,000-1,200 g in total.
- Bone Calcium: Contains about 99% of the body's calcium, but 1% is readily exchangeable with extracellular fluid calcium.
- Extracellular Calcium: Approximately 0.1% of total body calcium is present in extracellular fluids and plasma.
Distribution of Potassium in the Body
- Intracellular Potassium: Contains majority of potassium
Renal Handling of Calcium
- Renal Calcium Regulation: Only ionized and complexed calcium is directly affected by kidneys. Calcium filtered load is about 10 g daily—only 200 mg is usually excreted. Kidney absorption is high (98-99%).
Renal Handling of Phosphate
- Phosphorus Handling: 85% is absorbed by the proximal tubule, 10% by the loop of Henle, 3% by the distal convoluted tubule, and 2% by the collecting duct.
Renal Handling of Magnesium
- Magnesium Intake/Absorption: 300mg per day is a typical intake. Roughly 25-75% is absorbed depending on individual needs and intake. Absorption includes both paracellular (passive) and transcellular methods.
- Kidney Filtering: Kidneys filter 2,000-4,000 mg of magnesium.
Hormonal Regulation of Calcium Homeostasis
- Parathyroid Hormone (PTH): Secreted by the parathyroid glands in response to low calcium levels. Its effects include increased bone resorption, enhanced intestinal absorption of calcium, and increased renal calcium reabsorption.
- Calcitriol: Promotes calcium absorption via the intestines.
Clinical Alterations of Calcium Balance
- Hypocalcemia:* Mild cases are asymptomatic; severe cases can result in symptoms like perioral paresthesias, carpopedal spasms, Trousseau’s sign, and Chvostek's sign.
- Hypercalcemia:* Gastrointestinal problems like nausea and vomiting, constipation, and difficulty concentrating may occur. Symptoms such as irregular heart rhythms, and lethargy, may manifest depending on severity.
Vitamin D
- 25-Hydroxyvitamin D: Also known as calcidiol or 25(OH)D; derived from 7-dehydrocholesterol via sunlight exposure.
- Calcitriol: 1,25-dihydroxycholecalciferol (1,25-OH₂D₃)—most active form of vitamin D, produced in the kidneys and regulating calcium regulation in bone, intestine, and kidneys.
- Vitamin D Analogs: Synthetic derivatives for therapeutic use.
Phosphorus Turnover and Physiology
- Total Body Phosphorus: 700 g total; mainly stored in bone (85%) with lesser amounts in intracellular fluid (14%), and extracellular fluid (1%).
- Plasma Phosphorus Levels: Normal range is 2.5-4.5 mg/dL.
Clinical Manifestations of Abnormal Phosphorus Levels
- Hypophosphatemia:* Symptoms such as increased bone resorption, and impaired renal filtration may lead to hypophosphatemia.
- Hyperphosphatemia:* Elevated levels may result from impaired renal function or increased intake. Symptoms include acute kidney injury, cardiovascular calcification, and increased cardiovascular morbidity.
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This quiz focuses on the renal regulation of key electrolytes including potassium, calcium, phosphate, and magnesium. Test your knowledge on their normal levels, significance, and the effects of abnormalities. Understand the physiological roles and regulatory mechanisms critical for maintaining homeostasis.
