The cells of the macula densa, the juxtaglomerular cells, and the extraglomerular mesangial cells form the
A) renal corpuscle.
B) filtration membrane.
C) nephron loop (loop of Henle).
D) juxtaglomerular complex.
E) afferent arteriole.

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The cells of the macula densa, the juxtaglomerular cells, and the extraglomerular mesangial cells together form the juxtaglomerular complex, which is located at the entrance of the afferent arteriole and plays an important role in regulating blood pressure and kidney function.

The Cells of the Macula Densa, the Juxtaglomerular Cells, and the Extraglomerular