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capsula glomeruli

 

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Noun capsula glomeruli has 1 sense
  1. Bowman's capsule, glomerular capsule, capsula glomeruli - thin double membrane surrounding the glomerulus of a nephron
    --1 is a kind of membrane, tissue layer
    --1 is a part of malpighian body, malpighian corpuscle, renal corpuscle

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Capsula Glomeruli


Definition: The capsula glomeruli is a Latin term referring to the glomerular capsule, which is a double-walled cup-shaped structure surrounding the glomerulus within the nephron of the kidney.

Sense:

  1. Noun (Anatomy): The capsula glomeruli is a crucial part of the renal corpuscle, responsible for filtering blood and forming urine.

Sample Sentences:

  1. The capsula glomeruli acts as a barrier between the glomerulus and the surrounding capsular space.
  2. Damaged capsula glomeruli can lead to impaired kidney function and the development of various renal disorders.

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