AMU Medical AMU Solved Paper-2015

  • question_answer
    The juxta glomerular apparatus is a special region formed by close placement and cellular modification in

    A)  proximai convoluted tubule and distal convoluted tubule

    B)  loop of Henie and collecting duct

    C)  afferent arteriole and distal convoluted tubule

    D)  afferent arteriole and proximai convoluted tubule

    Correct Answer: C

    Solution :

                    The juxta glomerular apparatus is a specialised structure formed by the distal convoluted tubule and the glomerular afferent arteriole. It is located near the vascular pole of the glomerulus and its main function is to regulate blood pressure and the filtration rate of glomerulus.


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