The mechanism for producing concentrated urine involves all of the following except
A) the secretion of antidiuretic hormone (ADH).
B) aquaporins being inserted into the membranes of the collecting duct cells.
C) a high concentration of NaCl in the fluid surrounding the collecting ducts.
D) a properly functioning nephron loop.
E) the release of natriuretic peptides.
Answer: E
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