efferent
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Once the efferent arteriole exits the glomerulus, it forms the peritubular capillary network, which surrounds and interacts with parts of the renal tubule.
From Textbooks ● Jun. 9, 2022
The branch that exits the glomerulus is called the efferent arteriole.
From Textbooks ● Jun. 9, 2022
It increases GFR through concurrent vasodilation of the afferent arteriole and vasoconstriction of the efferent arteriole.
From Textbooks ● Jun. 19, 2013
This reflex is similar to the somatic reflex, but the efferent branch is composed of two neurons.
From Textbooks ● Jun. 19, 2013
The gonads, as in other Arthropoda, are hollow saccular organs, the cavity communicating with the efferent ducts.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 7 "Crocoite" to "Cuba" by Various
