Question

Describe the process of tubular secretion during urine formation.

Answer 1

Tubular secretion occurs from the epithelial cells that line the renal tubules and collecting ducts. It is the tubular secretion of H+ and NH4+ from the blood into the tubular fluid (i.e. urine - which is then excreted from the body via the ureter, bladder, and urethra) that helps to keep blood pH at its normal level.