Mention the location and function of juxtaglomerular apparatus.
The juxtaglomerular apparatus is a microscopic structure in the kidney, which regulates the function of each nephron. It is named for its proximity to the glomerulus, it is found between the vascular pole of the renal corpuscle and the returning distal convoluted tubule of the same nephron.
It is important in regulating blood pressure, body fluid and electrolytes.
Name the condition when the concentration of ketone body increases in urine.
Acromegaly
Diabetes mellitus
Diabetes insipidus
Cushing's disease
What is glycosuria?
Low amount of sugar in urine
Low amount of fat in urine
Average amount of carbohydrate in urine
High amount of sugar in urine
Liquid, which collects in Bowman's capsule is
water and sulphates
water and glycogen
plasma minus blood protein
concentrated urine
Which of the following is impermeable to water?
Vertical limb of loop of Henle
Descending limb of loop of Henle
Ascending limb of loop of Henle
Both 'a' and 'b'
