Which of These Would Result in an Increase in the Osmolarity

question 42

Multiple Choice

Which of these would result in an increase in the osmolarity of urine?

• A) increased levels of vasopressin in the plasma
• B) increased levels of aldosterone in the plasma
• C) decreased transport of Na⁺ and Cl^- by the ascending limb of the loop of Henle
• D) ingestion of a large volume of pure water
• E) decreased urea permeability of the medullary collecting duct

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