Which of the following is not part of the filtration membrane?
A) basement membrane
B) capillary endothelium
C) filtration slit diaphragm
D) granular cells

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Granular cells are not part of the filtration membrane. The filtration membrane consists of the basement membrane, capillary endothelium, and filtration slit diaphragm. Granular cells are found in the juxtaglomerular apparatus of the kidney and are responsible for producing and secreting renin.

Which of the Following Is Not Part of the Filtration