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Published	10/03/2023	This image shows a {{c1::abnormal::normal/abnormal}} PAS-stained glomerulus
Published	10/03/2023	The image below shows {{c1::transitional}} epithelium
Published	10/03/2023	The cells of the Thin Limb of the Uriniferous Tubule are {{c1::squamousy}} shaped
Published	10/03/2023	The Renal Corpuscle contains {{c2::Mesangial}} Cells, which are involved in:{{c1::Phagocytosis}}{{c1::Structural Support}}Act as {{c1::Cytokines}}
Published	10/03/2023	The LM diagnostic feature of the Collecting Ducts is a prominent {{c1::lateral cell membrane}}
Published	10/03/2023	Macula Densa Cells sense low {{c1::Na+}} concentrations in their lumen. This causes them to (1) signal the Juxtaglomerular Cells to {{c1::secrete reni…
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Published	10/03/2023	Diagnostic features of the Proximal Convoluted Tubule are:Lumen {{c1::obscured by microvilli}}{{c1::Simple Cuboidal}} or {{c1::Columnar}} Epithelial C…
Published	10/03/2023	The Collecting Tubules of the Kidney are {{c1::cuboidal}} shaped, while the collecting ducts are {{c1::columnar}} shaped
Published	10/03/2023	Obscured lumen of kidney ducts = {{c1::Proximal Thick Segment}}
Published	10/03/2023	The proximal convoluted tubules contain {{c1::microvilli::apical surface structure}} which increase the surface area to improve absorption.
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Published	10/03/2023	The Distal Convoluted Tubule has a {{c1::lighter}} stain and {{c1::shorter}} microvilli when compared to the Proximal Convoluted Tubule
Published	10/03/2023	The Proximal Convoluted Tubule can be recognized by its {{c1::eosinophillic}} staining and a lumen with a {{c1::star-like}} appearance
Published	10/03/2023	The Thin Descending Limb can be recognized by its {{c1::simple squamous}} epithelium
Published	10/03/2023	The Mesangial Cells are found in the glomerulus and have {{c1::irregular}} shaped nuclei that are generally {{c1::darker}} than podocyte nuclei
Published	10/03/2023	The Glomerular/Bowman's Capsule is comprised of {{c1::Simple Squamous}} Epithelium
Published	10/03/2023	Podocytes contain large {{c1::oval}} shaped nuclei
Published	10/03/2023	The {{c1::Vascular Pole}} is the Region of the Glomerulus where the afferent and efferent arterioles enter and exit
Published	10/03/2023	The {{c1::Urinary Pole}} is the region of the glomerulus where the ultrafiltrate is drained from the (Bowmans) capsular space into the Proximal Convol…
Published	10/03/2023	The Thick Descending Limb of the loop of henle has:{{c1::Simple Cuboidal}} or {{c1::Columnar}} Epithelial CellsLong microvilli, leading to an {{c1::oc…
Published	10/03/2023	The Thick Ascending Limb of the loop of henle has:{{c1::Simple Cuboidal}} Epithelial Cells{{c1::Indistinct (non-visible)}} Borders between Cells{{c1::…
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Published	10/03/2023	In the Cortex, the {{c1::Peritubular Capillaries}} supply the tissues near the {{c2::glomerulus}}, they branch off the {{c3::efferent arterioles}}
Published	10/03/2023	In the Medulla, the efferrent arterioles give rise to the {{c1::Vasa Recta}}, which supply the nephron loop portion of the nephron with blood
Published	10/03/2023	The Juxtaglomerular Cells function to secrete {{c1::renin}} in response to {{c2::decreased}} renal perfusion
Published	10/03/2023	Glomerular Diseases are generally classified as either nephrotic or nephriticNephrotic Predominant Feature = {{c1::Proteinuria}}Nephritic Predomi…
Published	10/03/2023	Kidney Biopsies are generally examined with a combination of {{c1::Immunofluorescence}}, {{c2::light microscopy}}, and {{c3::TEM}}
Published	10/03/2023	The Periodic Acid-Schiff Staining is used in Renal Pathology to highlight the {{c1::basement mebrane::microscopic region of the kidney}}
Published	10/03/2023	The Masson Trichrome Staining is used in Renal Pathology to evaluate the extent of {{c1::fibrosis}} within the kidney
Published	10/03/2023	The Congo Red stain is used in Renal Histology to identify {{c1::amyloid}}
Published	10/03/2023	The Elastin Van Gieson stain is used in Renal Histology to identify {{c1::elastic laminae and fibers}}
Published	10/03/2023	Glomerular Capillaries filled with predominantly neutrophils is referred to as {{c1::exudatives}}
Published	10/08/2023	RBCs or WBCs in the urine is indicative of {{c1::Nephritic::nephrotic vs nephritic}} Renal Damage
Published	10/03/2023	Fluffy pink material occluding the capillary lumen is indicative of {{c1::proteinaceous::what kind of material}} obstruction
Published	10/03/2023	A positive Congo Red Stain of the glomeruli capillaries is indicative of {{c1::amyloidosis}}
Published	10/03/2023	Yellow-Green "Bifringent Light" is indicative of {{c1::amyloidosis}}
Published	10/03/2023	Renal Amyloidosis may lead to polyuria due to aggregation within the collecting ducts, which prevents the action of {{c1::ADH}}, ultimately leading to…
Published	10/03/2023	Renal Amyloidosis in the Tubulo-Interstitium region of the kidney can lead to {{c1::proximal renal tubule acidosis}}
Published	10/03/2023	The predominant site affected by renal amyloidosis is the {{c2::glomerulus}}, this leads to {{c1::proteinuria}} on urinalysis
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Published	10/03/2023	Neutrophil breakdown/death within the glomerular capillaries leads to breakdown of the basement membrane due to the release of {{c1::neutrophil …
Published	10/03/2023	{{c1::Ascites}} is the buildup of fluid in the peritoneal cavity
Published	10/03/2023	This histological image shows abnormal glomerulus {{c1::basement mebrane::what region}}
Published	10/03/2023	Thickened, black-bubbly staining of glomerular capillaries with clear lumens is indicative of {{c1::membranous}} nephropathy
Published	10/03/2023	Proteinuria leads to Hypoalbuminemia which will ultimately lead to {{c1::peripheral edema::visible clinical presentation}}
Published	10/03/2023	This transverse CT scan image demonstrates {{c1::renal vein thrombosis}}. Patients with {{c2::nephrotic::nephrotic or nephritic}} syndrome are at risk…
Published	10/03/2023	Minimal Change disease is a type of {{c1::nephrotic::nephrotic or nephritic}} syndrome
Published	10/03/2023	Normal appearing light microscopic image of glomerulus with nephrotic syndrome = {{c1::minimal change disease}}
Published	10/03/2023	Patients with Nephrotic Syndrome Minimal Change Disease are prone to develop spontaneous {{c1::bacterial peritonitis}} caused by loss of {{c2::immunog…
Published	10/03/2023	This traced region shows the {{c1::mesangium::region}} of the glomerulus. In this particular image it appears abnormally expanded
Published	10/03/2023	In {{c1::Minimal Change}} Disease, the glomerulus will look perfectly normal in light microscopy
Published	10/03/2023	Focal Segment Glomerulosclerosis is primarily {{c1::nephrotic::nephritic or nephrotic}}
Published	10/03/2023	Diabetic Nephropathy is primarily {{c1::nephrotic::nephrotic or nephritic}}
Published	10/03/2023	Nodular light microscopy presentation of glomuerlus = {{c1::diabetes}}
Published	10/03/2023	This glomerulus stain is indicative of {{c1::membranoproliferative glomerulonephritis}}. This is always associated with {{c2::chronic::chronic or acut…
Published	10/03/2023	A Silver-Stain will stain the {{c1::basement membrane}} of the glomerulus
Published	10/03/2023	A glomerular "crescent" is indicative of {{c1::rapidly progresive glomerulonephritis}}
Published	10/03/2023	The kidney disease that presents with hearing loss and eye abnormalities is {{c1::Alport Syndrome}}
Published	10/03/2023	We perform CTs without contrast in patients with suspected kidney stones because {{c1::the iodine can obscure the stone}}
Published	10/04/2023	A delayed nephrogram is when a kidney appears darker on CT with contrast due to {{c1::decreased::increased or decreased}} functioning and thus {{c1::d…
Published	10/03/2023	The most appropriate imaging for a Left Ureteral Calculus with Hydronephrosis is {{c1::CT without contrast}}
Published	10/03/2023	The most common locations of renal obstruction are:{{c1::Ureteropelvic Junction}}{{c2::Mid Ureter}}{{c3::Ureterovesical Junction}}
Published	10/03/2023	{{c1::Costovertebral (CVA)}} Tenderness is indicative of Left Ureteral Calculus
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