The concentration of glucose in tubular epithelial cells is maintained in an elevated state by what type of transporter on the apical membrane?
A)ion channel
B)potassium- linked secondary active transporter
C)glucose- linked secondary active transporter
D)carrier protein
E)sodium- linked secondary active transporter

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The sodium-linked secondary active transporter, specifically the sodium-glucose co-transporter (SGLT), uses the sodium gradient to transport glucose into the cells against its concentration gradient.

The Concentration of Glucose in Tubular Epithelial Cells Is Maintained