Definitions for "Glomerular Filtration Rate"
(GFR) A measurable volume of filtration in the glomerulus. Glucocerebrosidase: The enzyme that is deficient in people with Gaucher disease. It breaks down glucocerebroside into glucose and ceramide. Glucocerebroside: A type of fat (lipid) molecule that accumulates in individuals with Gaucher disease. Also called glucosylceramide. Glucose: A simple sugar that is the major energy source in the body. Glucosylceramide: Another name for glucocerebroside.
Rate at which fluid is filtered from glomerular capillaries to renal tubules. Influenced by normally high (40-50 mmHg) hydrostatic pressure overwhelming the lower oncotic pressure in capillaries. See Starling forces.
Rate at which the kidney glomeruli filter the blood passing through them.