The Layer of Podocytes Is the Same as the

question 18

Multiple Choice

The layer of podocytes is the same as the

• A) parietal layer.
• B) visceral layer of glomerular capsule.
• C) capsular space.
• D) glomerulus.

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Definitions:

Paracrine Secretion

A form of cell signaling in which the target cell is close to the signal-releasing cell, involving substances that exert their effects only on neighboring cells.

Interstitial Fluid

The fluid that surrounds the cells in tissues, providing nutrients and removing waste.

Neighboring Cells

Cells that are situated close to each other, often sharing a similar function or contributing to the same biological process.

Oxytocin

A hormone produced by the hypothalamus and stored in the posterior pituitary gland, known for its roles in childbirth, lactation, and social bonding.