Feature |
Cortical Nephrons |
Juxtamedullary Nephrons |
Location |
Located in the renal cortex |
Located near the corticomedullary |
Percentage |
About 85% of total nephrons |
About 15% of total nephrons |
Loop of |
Shorter loop of Henle, extending |
Longer loop of Henle, extending |
Vasa Recta |
Absent or poorly developed |
Well-developed and associated |
Primary |
Responsible for filtration |
Plays a crucial role in |
Peritubular |
Large |
Small |