Urinalysis Shows That Marianne Has Large Amounts of Protein in Her

question 52

Multiple Choice

Urinalysis shows that Marianne has large amounts of protein in her urine. The area of the nephron that must be malfunctioning is the ________.

• A) loop of the nephron
• B) distal convoluted tubule
• C) glomerulus
• D) collecting duct

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Definitions:

Immune System

The complex network of cells, tissues, and organs in the body that works together to defend against infection, disease, and foreign substances.

Macrophage

A type of white blood cell that engulfs and digests cellular debris, foreign substances, microbes, and cancer cells.

Serotonin

A neurotransmitter in the brain involved in regulating mood, appetite, and sleep, among other functions. Low levels are associated with depression.

Adrenal Gland

Endocrine glands located above the kidneys that produce various hormones, including adrenaline and steroids affecting the body's metabolism and blood pressure.