OpenStax AnatPhys fig.25.11 - Podocytes - English labels

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Podocytes. Podocytes interdigitate with structures called pedicels and filter substances in a way similar to fenestrations. In (a), the large cell body can be seen at the top right corner, with branches extending from the cell body. The smallest finger-like extensions are the pedicels. Pedicels on one podocyte always interdigitate with the pedicels of another podocyte. (b) This capillary has three podocytes wrapped around it. English labels. From OpenStax book 'Anatomy and Physiology', fig. 25.11.
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OpenStax AnatPhys fig.25.11 - Podocytes - English labels
Uploaded by: Jorn IJkhout
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Podocytes. Podocytes interdigitate with structures called pedicels and filter substances in a way similar to fenestrations. In (a), the large cell body can be seen at the top right corner, with branches extending from the cell body. The smallest finger-like extensions are the pedicels. Pedicels on one podocyte always interdigitate with the pedicels of another podocyte. (b) This capillary has three podocytes wrapped around it. English labels. From OpenStax book 'Anatomy and Physiology', fig. 25.11.
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