In order for plasma to be filtered across the glomerular capillaries, the ultrafiltrate must go through the following physical barriers:

Physiology Test Question

	(A) Glycocalyx covering the luminal surface of endothelial cells of the glomerular capillaries
	(B) Fenestrae of endothelial cells of the glomerular capillaries
	(C) Basement membrane of the glomerular capillary endothelial cells
	(D) Slit diaphragms of filtration slits formed by foot processes of Bowman's capsule epithelial cells (podocytes)
	(E) Fenestrae of epithelial cells (podocytes) of the Bowman's capsule

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