The Ability to Form Concentrated Urine Depends on the Functions

Question

The ability to form concentrated urine depends on the functions of the
A) proximal convoluted tubule.
B) distal convoluted tubule.
C) collecting duct.
D) nephron loop (loop of Henle).
E) nephron loop, distal convoluted tubule and the collecting duct.

Accepted Answer

The ability to form concentrated urine is a complex process that involves multiple parts of the nephron, including the nephron loop (loop of Henle), the distal convoluted tubule, and the collecting duct. These structures work together to reabsorb water and solutes, allowing the kidney to produce urine that is more concentrated than the blood, which is crucial for water conservation and maintaining body fluid balance.