The Juxtaglomerular Apparatus (JGA)is Located near The

Question

The juxtaglomerular apparatus (JGA)is located near the
A) collecting duct.
B) afferent arteriole.
C) ureter.
D) renal pelvis.

Accepted Answer

The juxtaglomerular apparatus (JGA) is located near the afferent arteriole, which is the blood vessel that brings blood to the glomerulus for filtration in the kidney. The JGA is made up of specialized cells that play a role in regulating blood pressure and kidney function. It is not located near the collecting duct (A), ureter (C), or renal pelvis (D).