The glomerular epithelium consists of large cells with secondary processes or "feet" that wrap around the glomerular capillaries. These cells are called ________.
A) podocytes
B) mesangial cells
C) juxtaglomerular cells
D) detrusor cells
E) fenestrated capillary cells

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The description given is that of podocytes, which are part of the glomerular epithelium and wrap around the glomerular capillaries. Therefore, the correct choice is A) podocytes. Mesangial cells are located within the glomerular basement membrane, juxtaglomerular cells are located near the afferent arteriole, detrusor cells are found in the bladder, and fenestrated capillary cells do not exist as a specific type of cell.

The Glomerular Epithelium Consists of Large Cells with Secondary Processes