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What is the function of natriuretic hormone in diabetic kidney disease?
What is the function of natriuretic hormone in diabetic kidney disease?
- Results in Na+ secretion (correct)
- Inhibits ADH release
- Causes Ca++ reabsorption
- Promotes vasodilation in the nephron
Which hormone controls sodium levels indirectly?
Which hormone controls sodium levels indirectly?
- Natriuretic hormone
- PTH
- Renin
- ADH (correct)
What happens when baroreceptors sense a decrease in blood pressure?
What happens when baroreceptors sense a decrease in blood pressure?
- Widespread vasodilation occurs (correct)
- There is an increase in BP
- Ca++ reabsorption is blocked
- Juxtaglomerular apparatus releases renin
Which hormone promotes an increase in Ca++ reabsorption?
Which hormone promotes an increase in Ca++ reabsorption?
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What is the role of hydrogen ions in kidney function?
What is the role of hydrogen ions in kidney function?
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How does alcohol affect the kidney function?
How does alcohol affect the kidney function?
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What is the main function of the nephrons in the kidney?
What is the main function of the nephrons in the kidney?
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What is the purpose of the renal hilum?
What is the purpose of the renal hilum?
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What does the presence of ketones in the urine indicate?
What does the presence of ketones in the urine indicate?
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What happens in the descending loop of Henle?
What happens in the descending loop of Henle?
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Which hormone increases sodium reabsorption in the distal convoluted tubule?
Which hormone increases sodium reabsorption in the distal convoluted tubule?
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What is the function of the macula densa in the nephron?
What is the function of the macula densa in the nephron?
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What is the role of the collecting ducts in the kidney?
What is the role of the collecting ducts in the kidney?
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