Question:

The maximum amount of electrolytes and water ($70 - 80$ percent) from the glomerular filtrate is reabsorbed in which part of the nephron?

Updated On: Jul 13, 2024
  • Ascending limb of loop of Henle
  • Distal convoluted tubule
  • Proximal convoluted tubule
  • Descending limb of loop of Henle
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During glomerular filtration in kidneys, ultrafiltration of blood occurs i.e., almost all the constituents of plasma except proteins pass onto the Bowman's capsule. Then nearly 99% of the filtrate is reabsorbed by renal tubules. Proximal convoluted tubules shows maximum reabsorption and nearly all the essential nutrients and 70-80% of electrolytes and, water are reabsorbed by this segment.
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