In mammals, essentially all of the glucose and amino acids from the filtrate get reabsorbed in one of the excretory tubule segments. In which segment does this occur?

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The proximal convoluted tubule is the segment of the nephron in mammals where the majority of glucose and amino acids are reabsorbed from the filtrate back into the bloodstream. This process is crucial for conserving valuable nutrients and maintaining homeostasis.

In Mammals, Essentially All of the Glucose and Amino Acids