1. Explain the importance of the nephron loop acting as a countercurrent multipl

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1. Explain the importance of the nephron loop acting as a countercurrent multiplier, and why it is essential to regular nephron function.

2. A marathon runner with healthy kidneys experiences hematuria after a race. Explain what hematuria is, and discuss whether or not it is an emergency in this case.

3. Caffeine, alcohol, and furosemide (Lasix) are all diuretics, but they increase urine volume in different ways. Explain how each diuretic acts to increase urine production.

Caffeine:

Alcohol:

Furosemide:

Explanation / Answer

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Nephron loop acting as a countercurrent multiplier act to conserve water , principal function of the nephron loop appears to be the recovery of sodium chloride and water from the urine.
It is essential to regular nephron function since about 90% of the water in the filtrate is reabsorbed into the bloodstream by the time it reaches the Distal Tubule.

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