Basic terminology urinary system Flashcards
1
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Albuminuria
A
Abnormal presence of albumin (protein) in urine
2
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Anuria
A
Failure of the kidneys to produce urine
3
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Calculus
A
Stone
4
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Dehydration
A
Severe loss of fluid from body tissue
5
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Dialysis
A
Removal of waste product by artificial means
6
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Diuresis
A
Increase in the production of urine
7
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Dysuria
A
Pain on passing urine
8
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Enuresis
A
Inability to control urination
9
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Glycosuria
A
Presence of glucose in the urine
10
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Haematuria 
A
Presence of blood in the urine
11
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Incontinence
A
Inability to retain urine
12
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Micturition
A
Passing of urine
13
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Nephrolithiasis
A
Condition of kidney stones
14
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Oliguria
A
Scanty production of urine
15
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Polydipsia
A
Abnormally intense thirst
