The region known as the macula densa is part of
A)the proximal convoluted tubule.
B)the distal convoluted tubule.
C)the collecting duct.
D)the nephron loop (loop of Henle).
E)Glomerular (Bowman's)capsule.

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The macula densa is a specialized group of cells located in the distal convoluted tubule of the nephron. It plays a role in the regulation of glomerular filtration rate and renal blood flow.

The Region Known as the Macula Densa Is Part of