Which transport protein in the renal proximal tubule is responsible for the secretion of basic drugs like Cimetidine or Morphine?
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Correct answer: Organic Cation Transporter (OCT)
OCTs are specialized membrane proteins that facilitate the movement of positively charged (cationic) basic drugs from the blood into the tubular fluid for excretion.
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