Summary Of Forumulas Flashcards
1
Q
Insulin clearance equals what?
A
GFR: glomerular filtration rate.
2
Q
Define ACE inhibitor.
A
Angiotensin converting enzyme. Block formation of Angiotensin 2. Signals to reduce blood pressure.
3
Q
What does a thiazide diuretics do?
A
Inhibit Na+/Cl- cotransporter in the distal tubule.
4
Q
What is the renal clearance equation?
Know the equation, the units, and what the final number means.
A
5
Q
What’s the equation to find Filtered load?
A
Filtered load of X = [X]plasma x GFR
