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Formation of hypertonic urine is mediate...

Formation of hypertonic urine is mediated through

A

having small loop of henle

B

eating salt free diet

C

counter-current system

D

incresed waste intake

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 Formation of hypenonic urine is mediated through counter-current system.Â
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