The filtration slits are formed by which of the following layers of filtration membrane?

Basement membrane of DCT

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Podocytes of Bowman's capsule

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Endothelium of LOH

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Endothelium of vasa recta

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The correct option is B Podocytes of Bowman's capsule
Inner layer of Bowman's capsule facilitates filtration.
Podocytes are specialized squamous cells which are present in the inner linings of Bowman's capsules around the glomeruli in the nephron. The foot process known as pedicels, are extended from the podocytes, wrap themselves around the capillaries and form filtration slits.

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