Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

25. The Urinary System

Renal Physiology: Overview

Anatomy & Physiology

25. The Urinary System

Renal Physiology: Overview

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Most electrolyte reabsorption by the renal tubules is:

an active process limited to the loop of Henle

primarily regulated by the collecting duct

a process that occurs in the proximal convoluted tubule

mainly a passive process in the distal convoluted tubule

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Understand the role of electrolytes in the body: Electrolytes are charged particles (ions) like sodium (Na+), potassium (K+), and chloride (Cl-) that are essential for maintaining fluid balance, nerve function, and muscle contraction.

Review the anatomy of the nephron: The nephron is the functional unit of the kidney, consisting of structures like the proximal convoluted tubule, loop of Henle, distal convoluted tubule, and collecting duct. Each part has specific roles in filtration, reabsorption, and secretion.

Focus on the proximal convoluted tubule: This is the primary site for reabsorption of electrolytes, glucose, amino acids, and water. Reabsorption here is an active process, meaning it requires energy (ATP) to transport substances against their concentration gradient.

Differentiate between active and passive processes: Active transport involves energy expenditure, while passive transport relies on diffusion or osmosis. Electrolyte reabsorption in the proximal convoluted tubule is active, whereas some passive processes occur in other parts of the nephron, like the distal convoluted tubule.

Clarify regulation by the collecting duct: The collecting duct primarily regulates water reabsorption under the influence of antidiuretic hormone (ADH) and plays a minor role in electrolyte handling compared to the proximal convoluted tubule.