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\Definition of nephron
Note: A nephron is made up of a glomerulus, Bowman's capsule, proximal convoluted tubule, loop of Henle, distal convoluted tubule, collecting tubule, and collecting duct.
Each kidney contains 1.5 million filters for blood, called nephrons, which carry away waste products.— Michelle Morgan BoltonKeep scrolling for more
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noun \Medical Definition of nephron
Note: A nephron is made up of a glomerulus, Bowman's capsule, proximal convoluted tubule, loop of Henle, distal convoluted tubule, collecting tubule, and collecting duct.
Each kidney contains 1.5 million filters for blood, called nephrons, which carry away waste products.— Michelle Morgan Bolton … net urinary excretion of potassium relies on secretion in the distal nephron, a process that is augmented by aldosterone.— Eugene P. Rhee et al.Keep scrolling for more
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