The kidneys are of outstanding importance. They perform a number of homeostatic functions including filtration of plasma and elimination of metabolic waste products, regulation of the composition and volume of the extracellular fluid, and regulation of blood pressure. The kidneys are also endocrine organs. Test your basic knowledge of renal physiology by taking this simple quiz.
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(1) The image shown below is a light micrograph of a section of the rat kidney stained with hematoxylin and eosin. A renal corpuscle can be seen in the center of the image. The renal corpuscle is an ovoid structure with physical dimensions ranging from __________ to __________?
(2) The image shown below is a light micrograph of a section of the rat kidney stained with hematoxylin and eosin. A renal corpuscle can be seen in the center of the image. Which of the annotated structures is the Bowman's space?
(3) The image shown below is a light micrograph of a section of the rat kidney stained with hematoxylin and eosin. A renal corpuscle can be seen in the center of the image. Which of the annotated structures is the afferent arteriole?
(4) The image shown below is a light micrograph of a section of the rat kidney stained with hematoxylin and eosin. A renal corpuscle can be seen in the center of the image. Which of the annotated structures is the efferent arteriole?
(5) The image shown below is a light micrograph of a section of the rat kidney stained with hematoxylin and eosin. A renal corpuscle can be seen in the center of the image. Which of the annotated structures is the Bowman's capsule?
(6) The image shown below is a light micrograph of a section of the rat kidney stained with hematoxylin and eosin. A renal corpuscle can be seen in the center of the image. Which of the annotated structures is the glomerular capillary tuft?
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Posted: Tuesday, December 22, 2015
Last updated: Tuesday, March 11, 2025
Last updated: Tuesday, March 11, 2025
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