collecting tubule

noun

1

: collecting duct

2

or less commonly connecting tubule : a tubule that connects the distal convoluted tubule of the nephron with the collecting duct

Word History

First Known Use

1879, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Medical Definition

collecting tubule

noun

1

: collecting duct

2

also connecting tubule : a tubule that connects the distal convoluted tubule of the nephron with the collecting ducts