Which statement is accurate of filtration by the kidneys?
A) About 25% of the plasma passing through the glomerulus becomes part of the glomerular filtrate.
B) Solutes dissolved in the plasma such as HDL and globular proteins become part of the filtrate.
C) The normal glomerular filtration rate adds up to about 180 L every 24 hours.
D) Approximately 75% of the filtrate is reabsorbed into the blood through the renal tubules.
E) The filtration membrane prevents the passage of cells, but allows large molecules to pass through.
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