In: Anatomy and Physiology
A single drop of water has the fate of ending up one day in urine. Once it has become filtrate, it contains glucose, urea, H+, amino acids, Na+, Cl-, K+, and, of course, water. Discuss what happens with each of these, within the context of the three main functions of the nephron (filtration, reabsorption, and secretion).
DCT - Distal convoluted tubule
PCT- proximal convoluted tubule
CT-collecting tubules
AL- ascending limb of loop of henle