vasa recta

GPTKB entity

Statements (13)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf gptkb:artery
gptkbp:drainedBy interlobular vein
gptkbp:foundIn gptkb:kidney
gptkbp:function maintain concentration gradient in medulla
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label vasa recta
gptkbp:originatedIn efferent arteriole of juxtamedullary nephron
gptkbp:partOf renal medulla
gptkbp:role countercurrent exchange
gptkbp:structure hairpin-shaped
gptkbp:supplies gptkb:loop_of_Henle
gptkbp:type capillary
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Henle's_loop
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6