Biology · Human Physiology
What is the primary functional consequence of the hyperosmotic medullary interstitial gradient established in the kidney?
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- 1Increased active transport of urea into the renal cortex
- 2Immediate reduction of blood flow in the vasa recta
- 3Passive movement of water out of the collecting duct into the interstitium via aquaporins✓
- 4Active secretion of NaCl into the collecting tubule
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Passive movement of water out of the collecting duct into the interstitium via aquaporins
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