The macula densa is part of which of the following structures in the kidney?
A)Extraglomerular matrix
B)Vasa recta
C)Afferent arteriole
D)Juxtamedullary nephron
E)Juxtaglomerular apparatus

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The macula densa is a specialized group of cells located in the wall of the distal tubule of the nephron, next to the juxtaglomerular cells of the afferent arteriole, together forming the juxtaglomerular apparatus.

The Macula Densa Is Part of Which of the Following