Question

Which of the following parts of a nephron is present in medulla region of a kidney?

• A. Loop of Henle
• B. Malpighian corpuscle
• C. Distal convoluted tubule
• D. Proximal convoluted tubule

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Loop of Henle

The main components of a nephron are glomerulus, Bowman’s capsule, and a long renal tubule. The long renal tubule is further divided into proximal convoluted tubule, Loop of Henle, distal convoluted tubule, and a collecting duct. Loop of Henle is present in the medullary region of the kidney.