Name the functional unit of the kidney. What are its components and all their functions?
The functional unit of kidney is nephron. Following are the parts and function :
1- Glomerulus : It has a filtrative action but it does not allow plasma to filter through it.
2- Bowmans capsule : Also helps in filtration
3- Proximal tubules : It absorbs Most of the sodium.ion
4- Loop of henle : This maintains the medullary osmotic gradient.
5- Distal convoluted tubule : It is also for sodium and other ions absorption.
6- Collecting ducts : For concentrating and transport urine to the renal calyces.
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