Glomerular Podocytes and Filtration Membranes (IMAGE)

Kumamoto University

Glomerular Podocytes and Filtration Membranes

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A: This is a structure of glomerulus. B: Magnified picture of podocytes showing many protrusions. C: Schematic diagram of the filtration membrane between the protrusions of podocytes. Nephrin, the main component of the filtration membrane, works by forming a sieve.

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Prof. Ryuichi Nishinakamura

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