Figure 26.8 Identify the Labeled Structure(s) in Each of the Following Questions

question 24

Multiple Choice

Figure 26.8

Identify the labeled structure(s) in each of the following questions.
-Identify the structure(s) indicated by Label B.

• A) Efferent arteriole
• B) Proximal convoluted tubule
• C) Afferent arteriole
• D) Distal convoluted tubule
• E) Macula densa

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Hemoglobin

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Metabolism

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