PATHOLOGY

PATHOLOGY MCQ

URINARY SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Podocytes are found in
A
the glomerulus
B
the renal pelvis
C
Bowmans capsule
D
the loop of Henle
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Explanation: Podocytes, also known as foot cells, are specialized cells with a unique shape that surround the glomerulus in the epithelial visceral inner layer of Bowman’s capsule. The pedicers have foot-like appendages or extensions. As a result, they’re known as foot cells.

Detailed explanation-2: -Podocytes are terminally differentiated cells of the kidney glomerulus that are essential for the integrity of the kidney filter. Their function is primarily based on their intricate structure, which includes foot processes.

Detailed explanation-3: -Bowman’s capsule encloses a cluster of microscopic blood vessels-capillaries-called the glomerulus, where wastes are filtered from the blood.

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