proximal straight tubule

pars recta

The proximal straight tubule is the part of the descending limb that extends from the proximal convoluted tubule to the descending thin tubule.

Type Organ
Parent Structure renal cortex tubule
Latin Name pars recta
FMA ID 17716

Sub-structures

metanephric proximal straight tubule Organ pronephric proximal straight tubule Organ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the proximal straight tubule?
The proximal straight tubule is the part of the descending limb that extends from the proximal convoluted tubule to the descending thin tubule.
What is the Latin name for the proximal straight tubule?
The Latin name for the proximal straight tubule is pars recta.

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Data sources: Terminologia Anatomica, Foundational Model of Anatomy, Wikidata.