Cortical and Juxtamedullary nephrons

Feature

Cortical Nephrons

Juxtamedullary Nephrons

Location

Located in the renal cortex

Located near the corticomedullary
junction

Percentage

About 85% of total nephrons

About 15% of total nephrons

Loop of
Henle

Shorter loop of Henle, extending
minimally into the medulla

Longer loop of Henle, extending
deep into the medulla

Vasa Recta

Absent or poorly developed

Well-developed and associated
with the nephron

Primary
Function

Responsible for filtration
and excretion

Plays a crucial role in
concentrating urine

Peritubular 
Capillary Network

Large

Small