The normal Glomerular Filtration Rate (GFR) in a healthy adult is approximately: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The normal Glomerular Filtration Rate (GFR) in a healthy adult is approximately:
A. 125 ml/min
B. 250 ml/min
C. 500 ml/min
D. 75 ml/min
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Glomerular Filtration Rate (GFR) is the volume of fluid filtered from the renal glomerular capillaries into the Bowman's capsule per unit time. In a healthy adult, the normal GFR is approximately 125 ml per minute, which amounts to about 180 liters per day. Almost all of this filtrate is reabsorbed, leaving only 1.5 liters of urine.

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