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Renal Physiology: Regulation of Glomerular Filtration

Renal Physiology: Regulation of Glomerular Filtration

25. The Urinary System / Renal Physiology: Regulation of Glomerular Filtration / Problem 4

Which of the following statements about drinking a solution of mannitol is incorrect?

ANSWERS OPTIONS

A

Mannitol is freely filtered through the glomerular capillaries.

B

Mannitol decreases the osmolarity of the tubular fluid.

C

Mannitol increases the water flow into the tubules.

D

Mannitol increases the concentration of solute particles of the fluid in the tubules.

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