PHYSIOLOGY
RENAL AND ACID BASE PHYSIOLOGY
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Question
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The flow of the early DCT is approximately:
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125mL/min
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15mL/min
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25mL/min
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8-10mL/min
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The distal convoluted tubule (DCT) is a short nephron segment, interposed between the macula densa and collecting duct. Even though it is short, it plays a key role in regulating extracellular fluid volume and electrolyte homeostasis.
Detailed explanation-2: -The part of the nephron in which the reabsorption is minimum is the Henle’s loop while PCT performs maximum reabsorption.
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