What is another word for glomerular capsule?
Pronunciation: [ɡlˈɒmərjˌʊlə kˈapsjuːl] (IPA) 
The glomerular capsule, also known as Bowman's capsule, is a key component of the kidneys responsible for filtering blood. There are several synonyms for the glomerular capsule depending on the context in which it is being discussed. These include Bowman's sac, renal corpuscle, urinary capsule, and capsula glomeruli. Each of these terms refers to the spherical structure that encases the glomerulus, the network of blood vessels responsible for filtering the blood. While the glomerular capsule is known by several names, its function remains the same: to filter blood and remove waste products from the body.
