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
Granular cells
Proximal convoluted tubule cells
Mesangial cells
Peritubular cells
Kidneys and Body Fluids