Asked by Alison Marie on Jun 26, 2024
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During the process of glomerular filtration, what part of blood passes through the filter?
A) red blood cells
B) white blood cells
C) plasma proteins
D) capillary endothelial cells
E) plasma
Glomerular Filtration
Protein-free plasma forced out of glomerular capillaries by blood pressure enters Bowman’s capsule.
Plasma
Fluid portion of blood.
Blood
Circulatory fluid of a closed circulatory system. Of vertebrates, fluid connective tissue consisting of plasma and cellular components (red cells, white cells, platelets) that form in bones.
- Gain an understanding of the core functions and processes in the urinary system, which include filtration, reabsorption, and secretion.
Verified Answer
ZK
Zybrea KnightJul 02, 2024
Final Answer :
E
Explanation :
Only plasma passes through the filter during glomerular filtration, as it is the component of blood that contains water, waste products, and other solutes that need to be filtered out by the kidneys. Red blood cells, white blood cells, and plasma proteins are too large to pass through the filter, while capillary endothelial cells are part of the lining of the blood vessels and do not pass through the filter.
Learning Objectives
- Gain an understanding of the core functions and processes in the urinary system, which include filtration, reabsorption, and secretion.