Question 1

Which molecule is secreted from the peritubular capillary network into the convoluted tubules?

Accepted Answer

A)  water 
B)  salt 
C)  H+ 
D)  nutrients 
E)  plasma proteins

Question 2

Why does glucose appear in the urine of a diabetic?

Accepted Answer

A)  The volume of urine is too great to filter. 
B)  No glucose is filtered into the glomerular filtrate. 
C)  The kidneys produce glucose in diabetes. 
D)  The carriers for glucose reabsorption reach their maximum rate of transport. 
E)  The ascending limb of the loop of Henle secretes glucose into the urine.

Question 3

If your blood pressure is high because of increased blood volume, what hormone will correct this?

Accepted Answer

A)  renin 
B)  ADH 
C)  ANH 
D)  aldosterone 
E)  testosterone

Exam 10: Urinary System

Which molecule is secreted from the peritubular capillary network into the convoluted tubules?

Why does glucose appear in the urine of a diabetic?

If your blood pressure is high because of increased blood volume, what hormone will correct this?