The Major Force Favoring Formation of the Glomerular Ultrafiltrate Is

Question

The major force favoring formation of the glomerular ultrafiltrate is the
A) Plasma oncotic pressure
B) Ultrafiltrate oncotic pressure
C) Plasm a hydraulic pressure
D) Ultrafiltrate hydraulic pressure
E) Hydraulic permeability of the glomerular membrane

Accepted Answer

The major force favoring the formation of the glomerular ultrafiltrate is the plasma hydraulic pressure. This pressure pushes blood through the glomerular capillaries and forces water and solutes out of the blood and into the Bowman's capsule, forming the ultrafiltrate.