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Formation of a small volume of concentrated urine in dehydration is associated with____________?

Correct answer: D. All of these

  • A. More reabsorption in the PCT
  • B. More concentration in loop of Henle
  • C. More reabsorption of DCT and collecting ducts
  • D. All of these

Explanation

Dehydration increases proximal sodium and water reabsorption, strengthens the medullary concentration gradient through the loop of Henle, and raises ADH-mediated water reabsorption in the distal nephron and collecting ducts. Together, these changes produce a small volume of concentrated urine.

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