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AIPMT 2011 Prelims
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
+4
-1
Which one of the following correctly explains the function of a specific part of the human nephron?
A
Podocytes : create minute spaces (slit pores) for the filtration of blood into the Bowman's capsule
B
Henle's loop : most reabsorption of the major substances from the glomerular filtrate
C
Distal convoluted tubule : reabsorption of K+ ions into the surrounding blood capillaries
D
Afferent arteriole : carries the blood away from the glomerulus towards renal vein.
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AIPMT 2011 Prelims
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
+4
-1
Which one of the following is not a part of a renal pyramid?
A
Peritubular capillaries
B
Convoluted tubules
C
Collecting ducts
D
Loop of Henle
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AIPMT 2010 Prelims
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
+4
-1
The principal nitrogenous excretory compound in humans is synthesised
A
in kidneys but eliminated mostly through liver
B
in kidneys as well as eliminated by kidneys
C
in liver and also eliminated by the same through bile
D
in the liver, but eliminated mostly through kidneys.
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AIPMT 2010 Prelims
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
+4
-1
Which one of the following statements in regard to the excretion by the human kidneys is correct?
A
Descending limb of loop of Henle is impermeable to water.
B
Distal convoluted tubule is incapable of reabsorbing HCO3$$-$$
C
Nearly 99 per cent of the glomerular filtrate is reabsorbed by the renal tubules.
D
Ascending limb of loop of Henle is impermeable to electrolytes.
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