Nephron Functions

What are the functional units of the kidneys? Neurons Nephrons Ureters Collecting ducts Match characteristic and region Match the characteristic to the correct region of the nephron. Distal convoluted tubule Collecting Duct This region has hormone receptors sensitive to aldosterone This region contains fluid that can be concentrated or dilute, depending on endocrine responses to plasma osmolality This region is important for regulating the pH of the blood This region has hormone receptors sensitive to ADH Thick ascending limb of the nephron loop Active transport (reabsorption) of NaCl occurs in this region of the nephron loop Proximal convoluted tubule Most solutes (including glucose, amino acids, sodium) are reabsorbed here Glomerular capsule This region contains fluid very similar to plasma Glomerular filtration rate directly affects this region Net Filtration Pressure affects this area Descending limb of the nephron loop This region is composed of squamous cells, and is important for water reabsorption