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peritubular capillary
This term is a highly specialized anatomical descriptor used almost exclusively in medical, histological, and physiological contexts. It describes a specific spatial relationship where the blood vessels are positioned around the renal tubules, distinguishing them from the glomerulus.
Because it refers to a specific biological structure, it is used in a descriptive, objective register. It is rarely found outside of scientific literature or clinical discussions regarding renal function and the process of tubular reabsorption.
Meanings
Examples
The peritubular capillary network is essential for returning water to the blood.
Look at the slide and identify the peritubular capillary surrounding the tubule.
I wonder if the peritubular capillary flow is affected by this specific drug.
Reabsorption occurs when solutes move from the interstitial fluid into the peritubular capillary.
Reabsorption occurs when solutes move from the interstitial fluid into the peritubular capillary.
The efferent arteriole branches into the peritubular capillary system.
Does the peritubular capillary handle more glucose than the vasa recta in the cortex?
The low hydrostatic pressure in the peritubular capillary promotes efficient reabsorption.
The low hydrostatic pressure in the peritubular capillary promotes efficient reabsorption.
Wait, is this a glomerular vessel or a peritubular capillary?
Wait, is this a glomerular vessel or a peritubular capillary?