Which cells in the kidney produce 1,25 dihydroxy - cholecalciferol?
Ans. B Proximal convoluted tubular cellsRef: Contemporary Nephrology, 1st ed. pg. 164 and Indu KhuranaGranular cellsProduce reninProximal convoluted cellsContain 1 alpha hydroxylase that is essential to produce vitamin D3 Mesangial cellsRegulate RBC leakagePeritubular cellsProduce erythropoietin
Kidneys and Body Fluids
Granular cells
Proximal convoluted tubule cells
Mesangial cells
Peritubular cells
Proximal convoluted tubule cells