MICROANATOMY

URINARY SYSTEM AND MALE FEMALE REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEMS

URINARY SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is one of the processes in urine formation?
A
Filtration from afferent arteriole
B
Tubular secretion
C
Glomerular resorption
D
Urine synthesis
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -During urine formation, the tubular cells secrete substances like hydrogen ions, potassium ions and ammonia into the filtrate. This process is called tubular secretion.

Detailed explanation-2: -Proximal tubule secretion represents an essential kidney function for rapidly clearing endogenous substances and administered medications from the circulation, including protein-bound molecules.

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