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AIPMT 2011 Prelims
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
+4
-1
Which one of the following statements is correct regarding blood pressure?
A
130/90 mm Hg is considered high and requires treatment.
B
100/55 mm Hg is considered an ideal blood pressure.
C
105/50 mm Hg makes one very active.
D
190/110 mm Hg may harm vital organs like brain and kidney.
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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
4
AIPMT 2011 Prelims
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
+4
-1
Which one of the following statements is correct with respect to kidney function regulation?
A
When someone drinks lot of water, ADH release is suppressed.
B
Exposure to cold temperature stimulates ADH release.
C
An increase in glomerular blood flow stimulates formation of angiotensin II.
D
During summer when body loses lot of water by evaporation, the release of ADH is suppressed.
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