Multiple choice

Which among the following statements does not characterises metabolic alkalosis by the nephrons?

  1. In a metabolic alkalosis, plasma bicarbonate is raised.

  2. ADH excess causes excess renal bicarbonate reabsorption.

  3. A normal plasma chloride concentration is necessary for normal renal bicarbonate excretion.

  4. A rise in plasma carbon dioxide level causes a respiratory acidosis.

  5. Panic attacks cause a transient respiratory alkalosis in human beings.
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Aldosterone excess causes excess renal bicarbonate reabsorption.

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