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What is the significance of juxtaglomerular apparatus (JGA) in kidney function?

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### Step-by-Step Solution 1. **Definition of Juxtaglomerular Apparatus (JGA)**: - The Juxtaglomerular Apparatus (JGA) is a specialized structure located in the nephron of the kidney, specifically at the junction of the distal convoluted tubule (DCT) and the afferent arteriole. 2. **Components of JGA**: - The JGA consists of modified smooth muscle cells known as juxtaglomerular (JG) cells in the afferent arteriole and macula densa cells in the distal convoluted tubule. ...
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  • Juxtaglomerular apparatus is made up of

    A
    juxtaglomerular cells, macula densa and lacis cells
    B
    juxtaglomerular cells, lacis cells and myoepithelial cells
    C
    juxtaglomerular cells, macula densa and argentaffin cells.
    D
    None of the above
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