The Region of the Nephron Containing Intercalated Cells Primarily Associated

Question

The region of the nephron containing intercalated cells primarily associated with pH balance is the
A) glomerulus.
B) proximal convoluted tubule.
C) nephron loop.
D) collecting duct.
E) papillary duct.

Accepted Answer

The collecting duct is primarily associated with pH balance due to the presence of intercalated cells which are responsible for regulating the acid-base balance in the body. The other structures listed do not contain a significant number of intercalated cells.