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The portion of the nephron closest to the renal corpuscle is the?
Proximal tubule
In the kidneys the largest volume of water reabsorption occurs in the?
The largest volume of water reabsorption in the kidneys occurs in the proximal convoluted tubule. This is the first segment of the renal tubule where approximately 65-70% of the filtered water is reabsorbed back into the bloodstream.
In which region of the nephron does secretion occur?
The distal tubule
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.
Where are drugs secreted proximal convoluted tubule distal convoluted tubule descending limb or ascending limb?
Previous answer on this page was "distal convoluted tubule". But answerer did not give any justification or references. Commonly-held opinion is that the DCT is the site of tubular drug secretion (e.g. penicillins), however, I've not seen any science to back this up. On the other hand, some recent studies point to drug transport in the proximal convoluted tubule via the OAT (organic anion transporter) family. See for example, Takeda et al. JPET 302:666-671. (http://dx.doi.org/10.1124/jpet.102.034330 has full text) --Dr.Dom
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.
What are the subdivisons of the renal tubule?
Proximal convoluted tubule, Loop of henle and Distal convoluted tubule.
The portion of the nephron closest to the renal corpuscle is the?
Proximal 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.
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.
Why proximal convoluted tubule is twisted?
to increase the surface area for reabsorbtion
