Tubular secretion moves items from the blood of the peritubular capillaries to the filtrate for elimination in the urine.

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Tubular secretion is the process by which certain substances are moved from the blood of the peritubular capillaries into the filtrate for elimination in the urine. This process occurs primarily in the proximal and distal tubules of the nephron, and helps to eliminate additional waste products and maintain the proper balance of electrolytes and other substances in the body.

Tubular Secretion Moves Items from the Blood of the Peritubular