Question

6. Write full forms of the following abbreviations
(a) PCT : (b) DCT :
(c) ADH : (d) ORS:​

Answer 1

Answer:

• PCT - Proximal convoluted tubule.
• DCT - Distal convoluted tubule.
• ADH - Antidiuretic hormone.
• ORS - Oral rehydration solutions.

Proximal convoluted tubule:

• Proximal convoluted tubule (PCT) is a segment of the Nephron in the kidney.

– Nephrons are the functional unit of kidneys.

Distal convoluted tubule:

• Distal convoluted tubule is a portion between collecting tubule and loop of Henle in kidney.

– Collecting tubule are the tubules of nephron.

Antidiuretic hormone:

• The hormone which manage the amount of water in kidney is called antidiuretic hormone.

– It also helps in controlling blood pressure.

Oral rehydration solution:

• ORS helps to treat the dehydration caused by diarrhea and also helps to treat common illness.

– It is a glucose based salt solution.