The hydrostatic pressure in the glomerular capillaries is:
a. Lower than in other systemic capillaries
b. Higher than in systemic arteries
c. 25mmHg
d. 55mmHg
Ultrafiltration takes place from the:
a. glomerulus
b. proximal convoluted tubule
c. loop of Henle
d. collecting duct
Which of the following molecules does not enter the glomerular filtrate:
a. amino acids
b. urea
c. glucose
d. plasma proteins
In a 24 hour period the kidneys will form what volume of glomerular filtrate?
a. 1.5 litres
b. 12 litres
c. 120 litres
d. 180 litres
