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Definition of Henle's loop in English:

Henle's loop

noun

another term for loop of Henle
‘These segments are the thick ascending limb of Henle's loop and the papillary collecting duct.’
  • ‘Initially anchored to Henle's loops inside the kidney, stones eventually dislodge, migrating to the ureters.’
  • ‘The length of the Henle's loops determines the maximum concentration that can be achieved.’
  • ‘The two limbs of Henle's loop are a counter-current.’
  • ‘The pyramid is home to the Henle's loops and collecting ducts.’

Pronunciation

Henle's loop

/ˌhenlēz ˈlo͞op/ /ˌhɛnliz ˈlup/