In which of the following parts of the nephron does aldosterone control the reabsorption of sodium ions?

nephron loop and proximal convoluted tubule
proximal convoluted tubule and distal convoluted tubule
distal convoluted tubule and collecting duct
glomerular capsule and proximal convoluted tubule


distal convoluted tubule and collecting duct

Anatomy & Physiology

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The following is a possible progression of which of the following disorders

Inadequate dietary iodine intake ïÆ' low level of thyroid hormone in blood ïÆ' increased TSH secretion ïÆ' thyroid gland enlargement. a) Acromegaly b) Tetany c) Goiter d) Cushing's syndrome e) Addison's disease

Anatomy & Physiology

Movement of a body part toward the main axis of the body is called

A. adduction. B. abduction. C. inversion. D. retraction. E. flexion.

Anatomy & Physiology

Which of the following statements about norepinephrine is FALSE?

A. Dopamine is a precursor to norepinephrine. B. Epinephrine is a precursor to norepinephrine. C. Norepinephrine is a catecholamine.   D. Norepinephrine binds to adrenergic receptors. E. Norepinephrine is a neurotransmitter.

Anatomy & Physiology

List and describe the three categories of movement. Explain why these categories are NOT always distinct.

What will be an ideal response?

Anatomy & Physiology