APPLIED RADIOLOGICAL ANATOMY

ANATOMY

RENAL TRACT AND RETROPERITONEUM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is the first component or step (location) of tubular process
A
afferent arteriole
B
efferent arteriole
C
glomerular capsule
D
capillaries
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The first part is called the proximal convoluted tubule (PCT) due to its proximity to the glomerulus; it stays in the renal cortex.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Glomerulus Once this blood enters the kidneys, it will eventually enter the first part of each nephron. This part is a network of capillaries responsible for the filtration of blood that is called a glomerulus.

Detailed explanation-3: -The correct answer is Ultrafiltration. Glomerular filtration is the first step of urine formation.

Detailed explanation-4: -The correct sequence is as follows: Afferent arteriole, Glomerulus, Efferent arteriole. Renal artery. Secondary capillaries, Renal vein.

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