ANATOMY

GENERAL ANATOMY

URINARY SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The proximal convoluted tubule in the nephron aids in:
A
Reabsorption
B
Secretion
C
Filtration
D
Urination
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -It assists with the reabsorption of much NaCl, water, glucose and amino acids due to the involvement of certain transporters and aquaporins. Proximal convoluted tubule aid in the reabsorption of not only salts, but also sugar, glucose and amino acids.

Detailed explanation-2: -The main function of the PCT is to reabsorb water and solutes like sodium, which is continuously pumped into the interstitium to create a gradient that allows many other solutes and even water to be reabsorbed by tubule cells.

Detailed explanation-3: -The proximal tubule also completes the reabsorption of glucose, amino acids, and important anions, including phosphate and citrate, because it is the sole site of transport of these filtered solutes. In addition to solute reabsorption and secretion, the proximal tubule is also a metabolic organ.

Detailed explanation-4: -Reabsorption takes place mainly in the proximal convoluted tubule of the nephron. Nearly all of the water, glucose, potassium, and amino acids lost during glomerular filtration reenter the blood from the renal tubules.

Detailed explanation-5: -Answer and Explanation: Most of the reabsorption process in the nephron occurs in the proximal convoluted tubule (PCT) region of the renal tubule.

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