Question

Choose the correct statement given below regarding juxta medullary nephron.

• A. Juxta medullary nephrons are located in the columns of Bertini.
• B. Renal corpuscle of juxta medullary nephron lies in the outer portion of the renal medulla.
• C. Loop of Henle of juxta medullary nephron runs deep into medulla.
• D. Juxta medullary nephrons outnumber the cortical nephrons.

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

Loop of Henle of juxta medullary nephron runs deep into medulla.

Answer 2

- Juxta medullary nephrons have the renal corpuscle located at the boundary between the cortex and medulla, not exclusively in the outer cortex.

- The defining feature of juxta medullary nephrons is that their Loop of Henle extends deep into the renal medulla, which helps in the concentration of urine.

- There are fewer juxta medullary nephrons compared to cortical nephrons, so option (3) is incorrect.

Thus, the correct answer is Option 2.