Cells in Nephron Flashcards

1
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distal

A

aldosterone receptor (aldosterone bonds here)

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2
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loop of henle

A

ascending = highly permeable
descending = impermeable

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3
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Collecting duct

A

ADH receptor (ADH binds here)
aquaporin - regulated by ADH - allows for water reabsorption

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4
Q

Proximal convoluted tubule

A

inside = apical / luminal (increase surface area / highly folded)
outside = basolateral

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