What is the Basic Histological Structure of the Kidneys?
The kidneys are composed of over a million nephrons, the functional units of the kidney. Each nephron consists of the glomerulus, a network of capillaries, and a renal tubule. The nephron is responsible for filtering blood and forming urine. The renal corpuscle, containing the glomerulus and Bowman's capsule, initiates the filtration process. The renal tubule, comprising the proximal convoluted tubule, loop of Henle, distal convoluted tubule, and collecting duct, processes the filtrate into urine.
