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reabsorption /re·ab·sorp·tion/ (re″ab-sorp´shun) 1. the act or process of absorbing again, as the absorption by the kidneys of substances (glucose, proteins, sodium, etc.) already secreted into the renal tubules. 2. resorption. reabsorption [rē′əbsôrp′shən] the process of something being absorbed again, such as the removal of calcium from the bone back into the blood. Also called resorption. reabsorption 1. the act or process of absorbing again, as the absorption by the kidneys of substances (glucose, proteins, sodium, etc.) already secreted into the renal tubules. 2. resorption. reabsorption Physiology The selective passage of certain substances–glucose, proteins, sodium–back into the circulation after it had been secreted into the renal tubules. See Countertransport. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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