A substance (Y) is found in the plasma at a concentration of 2 mg/dL. A 24-hour urine collection is done to determine the renal clearance of Y. The following data are obtained
Urine volume: 1.44 L
Urine [Y]: 500 mg/L
What is the renal clearance of Y?
A. 5 mL/min
B. 25 mL/min
C. 50 mL/min
D. 100 mL/min
E. 250 mL/min
ANS: B
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