Loop diuretics reduce body water content by acting on the ________.

A. aquaporins of the collecting duct
B. feedback loop between the kidney and posterior pituitary gland
C. countercurrent exchanger system
D. thirst mechanism and water intake
E. countercurrent multiplier system


Answer: E

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