The Convoluted Tubules of the Nephron Must Be Considered Elliptical, and Not Circular, in Stereological Studies of the Kidney
Introduction: The diameter and area of the proximal convoluted tubule (PCT) and the distal convoluted tubule (DCT) are of the main parameters analyzed in stereological studies of the kidney. However, there is no consensus about if the PCT and DCT should be considered circular or elliptical in shape....
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| Language: | English |
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Karger Publishers
2021-03-01
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| Series: | Kidney & Blood Pressure Research |
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| Online Access: | https://www.karger.com/Article/FullText/515051 |