💀anatomy and physiology i review

Proximal convoluted tubules (PCTs)

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025

Definition

Proximal Convoluted Tubules are the twisted segments of the nephron located in the kidney’s cortex, immediately following Bowman's capsule, where most of the reabsorption of water, ions, and nutrients from the filtered blood takes place. Their structure increases surface area to maximize reabsorption efficiency.