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What is the function of the perineal fat capsule in the kidney?
What is the function of the perineal fat capsule in the kidney?
- Aids in water conservation
- Assists in urine concentration
- Acts as a fatty cushion (correct)
- Prevents infection
Where does the majority of reabsorption in the nephron occur?
Where does the majority of reabsorption in the nephron occur?
- Nephron loop
- Renal corpuscle
- Peritubular capillaries (correct)
- Glomerulus
Which type of cells line the PCT (Proximal Convoluted Tubule) in the nephron?
Which type of cells line the PCT (Proximal Convoluted Tubule) in the nephron?
- Simple squamous epithelium
- Columnar cells
- Cuboidal cells with few microvilli
- Cuboidal with dense microvilli (correct)
What is the main function of the juxtamedullary nephrons in the kidney?
What is the main function of the juxtamedullary nephrons in the kidney?
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What is the histological composition of the glomerulus in the nephron?
What is the histological composition of the glomerulus in the nephron?
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