Nephron

The nephron is the smallest structural and functional unit of the kidney, but despite its microscopic size, it plays the most important role in maintaining the internal balance of the…

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Glomerulus

The glomerulus is a central structure in the kidney that initiates the vital process of blood purification. It is located within Bowman’s capsule, at the very beginning of each nephron,…

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