The distal convoluted tubule has a different structure and function to that of the proximal convoluted tubule. Cells lining the tubule have numerous mitochondria to produce enough energy (ATP) for active transport to take place.he distal convoluted tubule has a different structure and function to that of the proximal convoluted tubule. Cells lining the tubule have numerous mitochondria to produce enough energy (ATP) for active transport to take place.
Obesity is officially classified as a disease under the World Health Organisation's International Classification of Diseases. In a report published in 2000, the WHO said: Obesity is a chronic disease, prevalent in both developed and developing countries, and affecting children as well as adults.
Providerâs guide to diagnose and code obesity. Obesity is a chronic disease with global epidemic. prevalence. Obesity is deined as excessive body fat. and is commonly caused by excessive calorie intake. and lack of physical exertion. Obesity typically occurs in. adulthood and afects 35 percent of people age 65.