Renal Crossword

Functional unit of the kidney
Capillary network where filtration occurs
Cell that assists with filtration, has specialised end feet
Endothelial cells are _____ to allow filtration
Cell to which capillaries are attached, can contract to regulate GFR
Cells sensitive to the concentration of sodium are located in the ____
Region that sits adjacent to the filtration capillaries, composed of multiple cell types, ____ apparatus
Urine collects into the ____ before entering the ureter
The descending loop of Henle is highly permeable to ____
The ascending loop of Henle is highly permeable to ____
Osmotic diuretic used for localised oedema
Loop diuretic (non-potassium sparing)
Loop diuretic (potassium sparing)
Hormone that increases sodium retention
Also known as ADH, increases water retention
Enzyme secreted by the kidney, important in blood pressure regulation
Secreted by the heart, increased water and sodium excretion