Phosphate Balance

Question 1

In body fluids the most important functions of phosphine involve

Answer 1

The ICF

Question 2

Inside cells, the phosphate ions are required for the

Answer 2

Formation of high-energy compounds, the activation of enzymes, and the synthesis of nucleic acids

Question 3

The phosphate concentration of the plasma is usually

Answer 3

1.8-3.0 mEq/L

Question 4

Phosphate ions are reabsorbed from

Answer 4

Tubular fluid along the proximal convoluted tubule.

Question 5

Calcitrol stimulates phosphate ion reabsorption along

Answer 5

The PCT