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Question
What would be the outcome if the PCT is removed from the nephron?
Options
No change in quality and quantity of urine.
No urine formation.
More diluted urine will be formed.
More concentrated urine will be formed.
MCQ
Solution
More diluted urine will be formed.
Explanation:
The PCT re-absorbs about 70 to 80 percent of electrolytes and water. As a result, removing this section from the nephron prevents water from being reabsorbed, resulting in dilute urine output.
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