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Which two structures make up the renal corpuscle? | The glomerulus and bowmans capsule | Link |
What are the layers of the bowmans capsule? |
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What are the two parts of the proximal tubule? |
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True/False - The proximal tubule has a brush border of microvilli? | True | Link |
What is significant about the basal lamina of cells in the proximal tubule? | It is striated. This increases the surface area for reabsorption | Link |
What are the three parts of the loop of henle? |
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The collecting duct forms the link between which two structures? |
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What are the two cell types found in the collecting duct? |
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What is the vasa recta? | The name given to the blood vessels supplying the renal medulla | Link |