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Follow filtrate down a nephron from the glomerulus, with Starling forces setting the filtration rate, the proximal tubule reclaiming glucose until its transporters saturate, and the loop of Henle building a salt gradient by countercurrent multiplication. ADH then decides whether the urine comes out dilute or concentrated. Clearance and mass-balance checks tie the numbers together, and the depth levels range from "the kidney filters, then takes back what the body needs" to the full equations.
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About Kidney Nephron Filtration & Concentration Simulator
Kidney Nephron Filtration & Concentration Simulator is an interactive learning tool on VTC. Follow filtrate down a nephron from the glomerulus, with Starling forces setting the filtration rate, the proximal tubule reclaiming glucose until its transporters saturate, and the loop of Henle building a salt gradient by countercurrent multiplication. ADH then decides whether the urine comes out dilute or concentrated. Clearance and mass-balance checks tie the numbers together, and the depth levels range from "the kidney filters, then takes back what the body needs" to the full equations. It runs in your web browser and is free to use, and suits students, teachers and self-learners.
Who it's for: Students, teachers and self-learners
Features
- Follow filtrate down a nephron from the glomerulus
- Starling forces setting the filtration rate, the proximal tubule reclaiming glucose until its transporters saturate
- The loop of Henle building a salt gradient by countercurrent multiplication
- ADH then decides whether the urine comes out dilute or concentrated
- Free to use in your browser
Frequently asked questions
What is Kidney Nephron Filtration & Concentration Simulator on VTC?
Kidney Nephron Filtration & Concentration Simulator is an interactive learning tool on VTC. Follow filtrate down a nephron from the glomerulus, with Starling forces setting the filtration rate, the proximal tubule reclaiming glucose until its transporters saturate, and the loop of Henle building a salt gradient by countercurrent multiplication. ADH then decides whether the urine comes out dilute or concentrated.
Is Kidney Nephron Filtration & Concentration Simulator free to use?
Yes. The VTC app catalog lists Kidney Nephron Filtration & Concentration Simulator at no cost, and it runs in your web browser with nothing to install.
Who is Kidney Nephron Filtration & Concentration Simulator for and how do I start?
It is aimed at students, teachers and self-learners. To start, open https://nephronfiltration.apps.vtc.com in your browser.