Which of the choices below is not a method by which the cells of the renal tubules can raise blood pH?
A) by secreting hydrogen ions into the filtrate
B) by reabsorbing filtered bicarbonate ions
C) by producing new bicarbonate ions
D) by secreting sodium ions
D) by secreting sodium ions
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A football player was tackled and fell onto the ball on his left side. He then complained of rib pain and exhibited signs of shock. What was a likely consequence of his fall?
A. Ruptured spleen B. Peripheral edema C. Lymphadenopathy D. Elephantiasis E. Hodgkin disease
This figure shows a renal corpuscle. The two structures indicated by number 3 collectively form the
A. Vasa recta B. Juxtamedullary junction C. Corticomedullary junction D. Macula densa E. Juxtaglomerular apparatus
The annular, radial collateral, and ulnar collateral are all ligaments associated with the elbow joint.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
Between the ages of 20 and 80, humans lose about ________ of their renal function.
A. 25% B. 50% C. 40% D. 30%