Question

Mention the location and function of juxtaglomerular apparatus.

Answer 1

The juxtaglomerular apparatus is a specialized structure formed by the distal convoluted tubule and the glomerular afferent arteriole. It is found between the vascular pole of the renal corpuscle and the returning DCT of the same nephron.

Function of JGA: Its main function is to regulate blood pressure and the filtration rate of the glomerulus. It secretes renin and erythropoietin. Renin controls RAAS and is responsible for osmoregulation.