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AIPMT 2012 Prelims
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The maximum amount of electrolytes and water (70 $$-$$ 80 percent) from the glomerular filtrate is reabsorbed in which part of the nephron?
A
Ascending limb of loop of Henle
B
Distal convoluted tubule
C
Proximal convoluted tubule
D
Descending limb of loop of Henle
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AIPMT 2012 Prelims
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What is correct to say about the hormone action in humans?
A
Glucagon is secreted by $$\beta $$-cells of islets of Langerhans and stimulates glycogenolysis.
B
Secretion of thymosins is stimulated with aging.
C
In females, FSH first binds with specific receptors on ovarian cell membrane.
D
FSH stimulates the secretion of estrogen and progesterone.
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AIPMT 2012 Prelims
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A person entering an empty room suddenly finds a snake right in front on opening the door. Which one of the following is likely to happen in his neuro-hormonal control system?
A
Sympathetic nervous system is activated releasing epinephrine and norepinephrine from adrenal medulla.
B
Neurotransmitters diffuse rapidly across the cleft and transmit a nerve impulse.
C
Hypothalamus activates the parasympathetic division of brain.
D
Sympathetic nervous system is activated releasing epinephrine and nore pinephrine from adrenal cortex.
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AIPMT 2012 Prelims
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In a normal pregnant woman, the amount of total gonadotropin activity was assessed. The results expected was :
A
High levels of FSH and LH in uterus to stimulate endometrial thickening
B
High level of circulating HCG to stimulate estrogen and progesterone synthesis
C
High level of circulating FSH and LH in the uterus to stimulate implantation of the embryo
D
High level of circulating HCG to stimulate endometrial thickening