Which of These Answers Is NOT True When Comparing a Juxtamedullary

question 45

Multiple Choice

Which of these answers is NOT true when comparing a juxtamedullary nephron to a cortical nephron?

• A)The nephron loop has a thin descending limb followed by a thick ascending limb.
• B)The nephron loop of juxtamedullary nephrons extends deep into the medulla.
• C)The nephron loop of juxtamedullary nephrons is longer than that of the cortical nephron.
• D)The nephron loop of juxtamedullary nephron receives blood supply from both peritubular capillaries and the vasa recta.
• E)Juxtamedullary nephrons are more common than cortical nephrons.

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