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Which of the following is lined by simple cuboidal epithelium bearing brush-border of tall microvilli at free end

Option: 1

Proximal Convoluted Tubule (PCT)


Option: 2

Loop of Henle


Option: 3

Distal Convoluted Tubule (DCT)


Option: 4

Collecting Duct


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Proximal Convoluted Tubule (PCT), Loop of Henle, Distal Convoluted Tubule (DCT) and Collecting Duct -

Proximal Convoluted Tubule (PCT):

  • The tubule continues further to form a highly coiled network – proximal convoluted tubule
  • It is called convoluted due to its tortuous path. 
  • It is lined by simple cuboidal epithelium bearing brush-border of tall microvilli at the free end.
  • These increase the surface area for absorption.


 

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PCT is lined by simple cuboidal epithelium bearing brush-border of tall microvilli at free end. Hence, the correct option is a. proximal convoluted tubule 

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