Which cells in the kidney produce 1,25 dihydroxy - cholecalciferol?
High-Yield Explanation
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