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to increase the surface area for reabsorbtion
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What is the last portion of the renal tubule?
the three main portions of the renal tubule are the proximal convoluted tubule, the loop of henle, and the distal convoluted tubule. the proximal convoluted tubule is the first portion. The proximal (convulated) tubule.
What is the primary site of tubular reabsorption in the kidneys?
The distal convoluted tubule or the collecting tube.
The portion of the nephron closest to the renal corpuscle is the?
Proximal tubule
What are the subdivisons of the renal tubule?
Proximal convoluted tubule, Loop of henle and Distal convoluted tubule.
What histological feature distinguishes proximal convoluted tubule from a distal convoluted tubule?
Proximal convoluted tubules have brush borders or microvilli on the inner edge of the tubule. Distal convoluted tubules do not have this structure.
What part of the nephron drains into the loop of henle?
The proximal convoluted tubule drains into the loop of Henle.
Why is the proximal convoluted tubule twisted?
The twist in the proximal convoluted tubule increases its surface area for reabsorption of water and solutes from the filtrate in the kidneys. This allows for more efficient processing of substances and helps maintain the body's water and electrolyte balance.
What are the parts of a nephron in order?
The parts of a nephron in order are the renal corpuscle (glomerulus and Bowman's capsule), proximal convoluted tubule, loop of Henle (descending and ascending limbs), distal convoluted tubule, and collecting duct.
What is the section of the renal tubule closest to the glomerular capsule?
The proximal convoluted tubule is closest to the glomerular capsule. The distal convoluted tubule is farther away.
Where does selective reabsorption takes place?
The proximal convoluted tubule
What is the primary site of tubular reabsorbtion?
In the proximal convoluted tubule
In the kidney where does most secretion occur?
Tubular secretion occurs in the distal convoluted tubes. The secretion also happens in the collecting ducts and also in the proximal convoluted tubule.
