A renal clearance test determines the rate at which the kidneys can
A)excrete water.
B)reabsorb ions.
C)remove a particular substance from the blood.
D)add a substance to the blood.

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A renal clearance test measures how effectively the kidneys can remove a particular substance (such as creatinine or urea) from the blood and excrete it in the urine. This measurement can be used to evaluate kidney function and estimate glomerular filtration rate (GFR), which is a key indicator of renal health. Options A, B, and D are not accurate descriptions of a renal clearance test.

A Renal Clearance Test Determines the Rate at Which the Kidneys