Which tubule is the only surface inside the nephron where cells are covered with microvilli to increase the reabsorptive surface area?
A)Proximal tubules
B)Distal tubules
C)Ascending loop of Henle
D)Descending loop of Henle

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The proximal tubular lumen consists of one layer of cuboidal cells with a surface layer of microvilli that increases reabsorptive surface area. This is the only surface inside the nephron where the cells are covered with microvilli (a brush border)

Which Tubule Is the Only Surface Inside the Nephron Where