Lecture45: Counter Current Flashcards
1
Q
At the end of the descending LH, what happens to the osmolality?
A
Increases
2
Q
What is the osmolality at the end of the LH ascending limb?
A
Decreased massively
3
Q
How much of the interstitial osmolality is contributed to by urea?
A
Half
4
Q
Where is urea reabsorbed?
A
Inner part of MCD
5
Q
What does vasa recta do to water?
A
Removes excess water