Health Dictionary
Reliable, easy-to-read patient information on common medical conditions — written in plain language, free of jargon, and grounded in current evidence. Browse the most frequent diagnoses, understand what they mean for everyday life, and learn which steps and questions help you have a focused conversation with your doctor.
Afferent arterioles
Introduction
Overview
Overview
The afferent arterioles are a group of blood vessels that supply the nephrons in many excretory systems.
The afferent arterioles branch from the renal artery which supplies blood to the kidneys.
The afferent arterioles later diverge into the capillaries of the glomerulus.
External links
External links
- Essentials of Human Physiology by Thomas M. Nosek. Section 7/7ch03/7ch03p10. – “Renal Vasculature: Efferent Arterioles & Peritubular Capillaries”
- Template:UCDavisOrganology – “Mammal, renal vasculature (EM, Low)”
- Histology at University of Southern California ren/c_11