In which of the following nephron classes, the loop of Henle is more prominent?
a) cortical nephron
b) juxtamedullary nephron
c) same in both classes
d) not prominent in anyone
The loop of Henle in juxtamedullary nephrons descent down to the ……….
a) base of pyramid
b) tip of pyramid
c) tip of ureter
d) center of the hilus
What is/are the function/s of loop of Henle?
a) filter out salts
b) maintain correct balance of water
c) reabsorb most water
d) both a and b
Explanation: The loop of Henle is the site of the majority of magnesium absorption from the kidneys. Approximately 60% to 70% of filtered magnesium is reabsorbed in the cortical thick ascending limb of the loop of Henle.
Which part of the nephron is the most distal portion?
a) proximal convoluted tubule
c) distal convoluted tubule
b) loop of Henle
d) collecting duct
The collecting duct system begins in the ………region.
a) renal cortex
b) renal medulla
c ) renal pelvis
d) hilus
The collecting duct system extends deep into the……..
a) renal cortex
b) renal medulla
c ) renal pelvis
d) hilus
