Types of Nephron
1. Cortical nephrons
Loop of Henle too short
Extend very little into medulla
Vasa recta absent (hair pin like loop)
80-85% have renal corpuscle in superficial renal cortex.
2. Juxta medullary nephron
Loop of Henle runs deep into medulla.
Vasa recta present
15-20% are located near renal medulla
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