Which statement regarding sodium reabsorption is INCORRECT?
A) It plays a role in glucose, amino acid, and urea reabsorption in the proximal tubule.
B) It is under hormonal control in the distal tubule.
C) In the loop of Henle, it contributes to the formation of concentrated urine.
D) Approximately 0.5 percent of sodium is reabsorbed on a daily basis.

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The statement that approximately 0.5 percent of sodium is reabsorbed on a daily basis is incorrect. In reality, around 99 percent of filtered sodium is reabsorbed by the kidneys.

Which Statement Regarding Sodium Reabsorption Is INCORRECT