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Which is neither reabsorbed nor secreted by the tubular cells of nephron ?

A

Glucose

B

Urea

C

Uric acid

D

Inulin

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks for a substance that is neither reabsorbed nor secreted by the tubular cells of the nephron. 2. **Identifying the Options**: The options provided are glucose, urea, uric acid, and inulin. 3. **Analyzing Glucose**: - Glucose is completely reabsorbed in the proximal convoluted tubule (PCT) of the nephron. - Therefore, glucose is not the answer. 4. **Analyzing Urea**: - Urea is a waste product formed from the breakdown of amino acids. - While some urea is reabsorbed, a significant amount is excreted. - Thus, urea is not the answer. 5. **Analyzing Uric Acid**: - Uric acid is also a waste product and is secreted in small amounts. - Therefore, uric acid is not the answer. 6. **Analyzing Inulin**: - Inulin is a substance that is neither reabsorbed nor secreted by the nephron. - When ingested, it is completely excreted by the kidneys without any reabsorption or secretion. - Inulin is used clinically to estimate the glomerular filtration rate (GFR), which assesses kidney function. 7. **Conclusion**: The substance that is neither reabsorbed nor secreted by the tubular cells of the nephron is **inulin**. ### Final Answer: **Inulin** is the substance that is neither reabsorbed nor secreted by the tubular cells of the nephron. ---
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