The Segment of the Nephron Between the Proximal and Distal

question 60

Multiple Choice

The segment of the nephron between the proximal and distal tubules that loops down into the medulla of the kidney and returns back to the cortex is called the

• A) loop of Henle.
• B) Bowman's capsule.
• C) collecting duct.
• D) vasa recta.
• E) minor calyx.

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