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 Step 2: Tubular Reabsorption

Anatomy & Physiology

25. The Urinary System

Renal Physiology Step 2: Tubular Reabsorption

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Where does the reabsorption of glucose primarily occur in the nephron?

Distal convoluted tubule

Proximal convoluted tubule

Collecting duct

Loop of Henle

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Understand the structure of the nephron: The nephron is the functional unit of the kidney, consisting of several parts including the proximal convoluted tubule, loop of Henle, distal convoluted tubule, and collecting duct.

Identify the role of the proximal convoluted tubule: This segment of the nephron is responsible for the reabsorption of essential substances from the filtrate back into the bloodstream, including glucose, amino acids, and ions.

Recognize the mechanism of glucose reabsorption: Glucose is reabsorbed in the proximal convoluted tubule through active transport mechanisms involving specific transport proteins.

Differentiate between the functions of nephron segments: While the proximal convoluted tubule is primarily involved in reabsorption, other segments like the loop of Henle and distal convoluted tubule have different roles, such as concentrating urine and regulating ion balance.

Conclude that the proximal convoluted tubule is the primary site for glucose reabsorption, as it efficiently reclaims glucose from the filtrate before it progresses through the rest of the nephron.