At what sties in the body are fenestrated capillaries located?

A) Fenestrated capillaries are located central nervous system.
B) Fenestrated capillaries are located in the thymus.
C) Fenestrated capillaries are located in the liver and bone marrow.
D) Fenestrated capillaries are located in endocrine glands, the choroid plexus of the brain, absorptive areas of the intestine, and filtration areas of the kidneys.
E) Fenestrated capillaries are located in the pituitary gland, bone marrow, and spleen.


Answer: D

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