Regulation of Kidney Functions

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Regulation of Kidney Functions: Overview

This topic covers concepts, such as Renin-Angiotensin Mechanism, Antidiuretic Hormone and Regulation of Kidney Function.

Important Questions on Regulation of Kidney Functions

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In the renal tubules the permeability of the distal convoluted tubule and collecting duct to water is controlled by

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Low secretion of ADH causes diabetes mellitus.

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Antidiuretic hormone is also known as_____

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Which one of the following statement is correct respect to kidney function regulation?

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Which of the following enzymes is produced in the kidneys?
 

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Which hormone induces the process of reabsorption from the collecting duct?

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A fall in the glomerular filtration rate makes the

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A person who is on long hunger strike and is surviving only on water will have:

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Juxtaglomerular cells of renal cortex synthesise a hormone called

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Osmoregulation is carried out by

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What is the effect of ADH on renal tubules?

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In absence of ADH, the disease caused is

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Which three structures contribute to the formation of juxtaglomerular apparatus ?

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Atrial Natriuretic Factor (ANF),

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Vasodilation and decreased blood pressure is caused by secretion of 

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Which hormone controls the reabsorption of water in the kidney?

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Juxtaglomerular apparatus (JG) helps

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Assertion (A) : ADH prevents excess water loss from the body.

Reason(R) : ADH increases permeability of renal tubules for absorption of water.