Question

Which of the following is not a feature of the cortical nephron?

• A. Vasa recta are absent
• B. Shorter loop of Henle
• C. Fewer in number
• D. Slower rate of filtration

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

Cortical nephrons	Juxta medullary nephrons
The loop of Henle is too short and extends very little into the medulla.	The loop of Henle is very long and runs deep into the medulla.
Vasa recta are absent or highly reduced.	Vasa recta are well developed.
Example: Majority of nephrons.	Example: Some of the nephrons.