GCEBiologyExcretion2024

In the mammalian kidney, which structure is responsible for the selective reabsorption of glucose from the glomerular filtrate?

ACollecting duct
BLoop of Henle
CProximal convoluted tubuleCORRECT
DBowman's capsule
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The proximal convoluted tubule is the primary site for selective reabsorption of glucose, amino acids, and most water from the glomerular filtrate. The Bowman's capsule is the site of ultrafiltration, the loop of Henle is involved in concentrating urine, and the collecting duct regulates final water reabsorption under the influence of ADH.
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