Which of the following would contain blood in a normally functioning nephron?
A)vasa recta
B)Bowman's capsule
C)loop of Henle
D)proximal tubule
E)collecting duct

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The vasa recta is a network of capillaries that surround the loop of Henle and is responsible for reabsorption of water and solutes from the filtrate. These capillaries also play a role in the exchange of nutrients and waste products between the blood and the renal tubules. As such, the vasa recta is the only option that would contain blood in a normally functioning nephron. The Bowman's capsule, loop of Henle, proximal tubule, and collecting duct all play roles in filtering and reabsorbing substances from the blood but do not themselves contain blood.

Which of the Following Would Contain Blood in a Normally