Renal Clearance Calculator

Adjust the variables of the clearance equation (C = UV/P) to understand how different substances are handled by the kidney.

Afferent Arteriole
Efferent Arteriole
Glomerular Capillaries
Bowman's Capsule
Nephron
To Collecting Duct
To Circulation

Substance

Input Controls (C = UV/P)

Urine Concentration (U)

10.0 mmol/L

Urine Flow Rate (V)

1.0 mL/min

Plasma Concentration (P)

0.10 mmol/L

Calculated Clearance inulin = 0.0 mL/min

Clearance inulin = GFR