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This is not the correct answer. The proximal convoluted tubule is made of simple cuboidal epithelium and functions in the absorption and secretion of water and molecules. On the other hand, podocytes are found on the visceral layer of the Bowman's capsule.
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Proximal convoluted tubule
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This is the correct answer. The Bowman's capsule consists of two layers, parietal (outer) and visceral (inner), where the visceral layer is made of podocytes. Podocytes have finger-like projections (pedicles) and form part of the glomerular filtration barrier which consists of the podocytes, the glomerular basement membrane and the glomerular capillaries from superficial to deep.
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Visceral layer Bowman's capsule
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This is not the correct answer. The Bowman's capsule consists of two layers, parietal (outer) and visceral (inner), where the visceral layer is made of podocytes while the parietal layer is made of simple squamous epithelium.
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Parietal layer Bowman's capsule
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This is not the correct answer. Similar to the proximal convoluted tubule, the distal convoluted tubule is made of simple cuboidal epithelium and functions in the absorption and secretion of water and molecules. However, it has less well-developed microvilli as its reabsorption and secretion occur to a lesser degree comparatively. On the other hand, podocytes are found on the visceral layer of the Bowman's capsule.
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Distal convoluted tubule
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This is not the correct answer. the glomerular capillaries are made of fenestrated endothelium, where the fenestration functions as pores. The glomerular capillaries form part of the glomerular filtration barrier which consists of the podocytes, the glomerular basement membrane and the glomerular capillaries from superficial to deep. On the other hand, podocytes are found on the visceral layer of the Bowman's capsule.
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Glomerular capillaries endothelium
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Functions of the kidney
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Renal and Electrolyte Physiology
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Podocytes are found on the epithelial lining of which structure?
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