Asked by Mohammed Mizbah on Sep 25, 2024
As blood flows through the kidney, the cortical radiate arteries branch directly into the afferent arterioles.
Cortical Radiate Arteries
Arteries that radiate outward from the arcuate arteries within the kidney's cortex, supplying blood to the nephrons.
Afferent Arterioles
Small blood vessels that carry blood to the nephrons in the kidney, playing a key role in regulating blood pressure and filtration.
- Identify the pathway and control mechanisms of blood circulation within the kidney.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the pathway and control mechanisms of blood circulation within the kidney.
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