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Question
Discuss the importance of tubular secretion in the formation of urine.
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Solution
Tubular secretion removes drugs, toxins and excess substances such as hydrogen ions, potassium ions and urea from the blood capillaries into the renal filtrate, mainly in the distal convoluted tubule. It helps complete waste removal and maintains the normal osmotic concentration, water balance and salt balance of the body.
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