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Function of the PCT

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Select the incorrect statement regarding the mechanism of urine formation in man.

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The glomerular filtration rate is about 125ml per minute

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The glomerular capillary blood pressure causes filtration of blood through 3 layers

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Aldosterone induces greater re-absorption of Sodium

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The counter current system contributes in diluting the urine

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Solution

The correct option is D
The counter current system contributes in diluting the urine

The counter current system contributes in concentrating the urine

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