Carl has hypothyroidism and therefore his Na+/K+ ATPase pumps are functioning at a reduced rate. Will there be any effect on the transport of Na+? 

A. There will be a reduction in Na+ transport in Bowman's capsule epithelial cells.
B. There will be a reduction in Na+ transport on the basolateral side of the tubule epithelial cells.
C. There will be a reduction in ATP-dependent, Na+ transport on the apical side of the tubule epithelial cells.
D. There will be a reduction in Na+ secretion on both sides of the tubule epithelial cells.
E. There will be no change to Na+ transport.


Answer: B

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