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Proximal convoluted tubule (PCT) is line...

Proximal convoluted tubule (PCT) is lined with

A

Cuboidal epithelium

B

Simple brush border epithelium

C

Simple cuboidal brush border epithelium

D

Simple ciliated brush border epithelium

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The correct Answer is:
B
PCT (proximal convoluted tubule) is lined by cuboidal epithelium that has microvilli or brush bordered on its surface.
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