To measure glomerular filtration rate, a substance that is neither secreted, reabsorbed or metabolized is needed. the compound ___________________ is an example of a substance used to measure GFR.

a) glucose
b) inulin
c) ammonia
d) urea


b) inulin

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a) Cytosol b) Plasma membrane c) Nucleus d) Mitochondria e) Golgi Apparatus

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In general, the substances in the filtrate that need to be conserved are selectively reabsorbed whereas the unwanted substances that need to be eliminated fail to be reabsorbed

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Which of the following is not considered a crucial hormone for the regulation of bone growth?

A. Calcitonin B. Oxytocin C. Growth hormone D. Parathyroid hormone

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