PATHOLOGY MCQ
URINARY SYSTEM
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Question
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Materials involved in DCT secretion. Select all that apply
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H+
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Urea
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NH4+
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K+
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Proximal convoluted tubule (PCT) is the major site of reabsorption and selective secretion. Nearly all of the essential nutrients, and 70-80 per cent of electrolytes and water are reabsorbed by this segment.
Detailed explanation-2: -Reason :-DCT is also capacble of selective secretion of hydrogen and potassium ions.
Detailed explanation-3: -Solution. DCT (Distal Convoluted Tubule) Conditional reabsorption of + and water takes place in this segment. DCT is also capable of reabsorption of – and selective secretion of hydrogen and potassium ions and to maintain the pH and sodium-potassium balance in blood.
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