Question

The cells named podocytes occur in
(1) Inner wall of Bowman’s capsule
(2) Outer wall of Bowman’s capsule
(3) Large intestine
(4) Neck region of nephrons.

Answer 1

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◆ Answer -

(1) Inner wall of Bowman’s capsule

● Podocytes -

• Podocytes are present on the inner wall of Bowman's capsule lining the glomerular capillaries.
• Podocytes form the filtration barrier for urine at Bowman's capsule especially preventing large proteins from getting filtered.
• They also help in maintaining capillary loops & structure of basal lamina.

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Answer 2

Answer:

The cells named Podocytes occur in inner wall of Bowman’s capsule these layer of cells helps in ultra filtration.

Explanation:

The cells named podocytes interdigitate with structures known as pedicels and filter substances in a way similar to fenestration. The podocytes have long processes known as foot projections or foot processes. Special cells known as podocytes help the kidneys as they clean the blood and balance the body’s fluid levels.