efferent

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The branch that exits the glomerulus is called the efferent arteriole.

From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022

Afferent and efferent can also refer generally to neurons which, respectively, bring information to or send information from brain region.

From Textbooks • Jan. 1, 2015

This reflex is similar to the somatic reflex, but the efferent branch is composed of two neurons.

From Textbooks • Jun. 19, 2013

They also diminish GFR by damaging the podocytes and by potently vasoconstricting both the afferent and efferent arterioles.

From Textbooks • Jun. 19, 2013

The larva is often found in considerable numbers clinging to the oscula and wide efferent canals of S. carteri, its proboscis inserted into the substance of the sponge.

From Freshwater Sponges, Hydroids & Polyzoa by Annandale, Nelson