Why would continuously open enterocyte CFTR channels cause secretory diarrhea and dehydration in humans? Which type of...

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Why would continuously open enterocyte CFTR channels causesecretory diarrhea and dehydration in humans?

Which type of IV solution would you select for Anish, and why?Your choices are normal (isotonic) saline, half-normal saline, and5% dextrose in water (D-5-W).

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CFTR Cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator Mutation in this channel is responsible for Cystic fibrosis The apical or luminal membrane of crypt epithelial cells of small intestine contain a ion channel a cyclic AMP dependent chloride channel known as CFTR This CFTR is responsible for secretion of water    See Answer
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