ADH Increases the Permeability of the Distal Convoluted Tubules and Collecting

question 50

Multiple Choice

ADH increases the permeability of the distal convoluted tubules and collecting ducts by

• A)incorporating aquaporin-3 channels into the apical membrane.
• B)increasing the number of sodium transpot proteins in the membranes.
• C)incorporating aquaporin-2 channels into the apical membrane.
• D)decreasing the number of aquaporin-4 channels in the apical membrane.

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