Asked by Samer Khatib on Jun 29, 2024
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If extracellular fluid osmolality is 385 mOsm/kg, the kidneys will increase reabsorption of ________.
A) urea
B) water
C) Na+
D) K+
E) Cl−
Extracellular Fluid Osmolality
A measurement of the solute concentration in the extracellular fluid, crucial for maintaining the balance of water and solutes within the body.
Water Reabsorption
The process by which water is reabsorbed back into the bloodstream from the kidneys or other parts of the body.
- Ascertain the variables that impact the release of ADH and understand how variations in ADH concentrations affect the concentration and volume of urine.
Verified Answer
JB
Jaleigh BrownJul 05, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
When extracellular fluid osmolality is high, the kidneys increase the reabsorption of water to dilute the blood and decrease the osmolality back to normal levels.
Learning Objectives
- Ascertain the variables that impact the release of ADH and understand how variations in ADH concentrations affect the concentration and volume of urine.
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