GENERAL HISTOLOGY

LIVER PANCREAS

LIVER

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Where does ultrafiltration occur?
A
cortex
B
medulla
C
renal pelvis
D
renal artery
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -In renal physiology, ultrafiltration occurs at the barrier between the blood and the filtrate in the glomerular capsule (Bowman’s capsule) in the kidneys.

Detailed explanation-2: -Complete Answer:-Ultrafiltration occurs in the Bowman’s capsule of the kidney. Bowman’s capsule is also called the capsula glomeruli or glomerular capsule. It is a part of the nephron ( functional unit of kidneys ).

Detailed explanation-3: -Glomerulus is the region where the afferent vessel enters the bowman’s capsule and splits into minor capillaries. Through the tiny pores present in glomerulus ultrafiltration happens when blood flows through the capillaries. The necessary substances like water, glucose and salts are filtered out by this process.

Detailed explanation-4: -The nephron is the functional unit of the kidney. The glomerulus and convoluted tubules of the nephron are located in the cortex of the kidney, while the collecting ducts are located in the pyramids of the kidney’s medulla.

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