Anybody know the difference?
Peritubular Caps v. Vasa Recta
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The vasa recta is the meshwork capillary system that envelops the loop of henle - it's function is mainly for the maintenance of the concentration gradient.
The peritublar capillaries are those capillaries around the PCT and DCT that function in reabsorbtance.
The peritublar capillaries are those capillaries around the PCT and DCT that function in reabsorbtance.
