Renal Function Flashcards
1
Q
what are the functions of the kidney?
A
A - ACID-base balance W - WATER balance E - ELECTROLYTE balance T - TOXIN removal B - BLOOD pressure E - ERYTHROPOIETIN production D - vitD metabolism
2
Q
where are SGLTs found?
A
apical membrane of PCT
3
Q
where are GLUTs found?
A
basolateral membrane of PCT
4
Q
how is urea reabsorbed in the PCT?
A
solvent drag
5
Q
how is Na+ reabsorbed in PCT?
A
Na+/K+ ATPase on basolateral membrane
6
Q
how is K+ reabsorbed in PCT?
A
solvent drag and simple diffusion
7
Q
how does the PCT maintain pH?
A
by exchanging H+ ions in the interstitium for bicarbonate ions in the filtrate
