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What are the four functions of the urinary system?

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Excretion of Metabolic Wastes, Maintenance of Salt-Water Balance, Maintenance of Acid-Base Balance, Secretion of Hormones

These functions are critical for maintaining homeostasis in the body.

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How does urine and feces biologically compare?

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Feces - undigested food plus bacteria that was never inside the tissue; Urine - carries metabolic wastes from cell metabolism but should be bacteria-free

This distinction highlights the different roles of the urinary and digestive systems.

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What is removed from the body via the urinary system?

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Waste products, excess water, and salts

These substances are essential for maintaining fluid and electrolyte balance.

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What system removes uric acid?

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The kidneys

Uric acid is a waste product of purine metabolism.

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What system removes salt?

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The urinary system

This process helps regulate electrolyte balance in the body.

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What system removes bicarbonate?

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Kidneys

Bicarbonate plays a crucial role in maintaining acid-base balance.

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What system removes urea?

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The kidneys and the urinary system

Urea is a major waste product formed from protein metabolism.

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What system removes feces?

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The digestive system

This is distinct from the urinary system, which deals with liquid waste.

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What is the function of the ureter?

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Conduct urine from kidney to bladder

The ureter has a three-layered wall consisting of inner mucosa, smooth muscle, and outer connective tissue.

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What is the location of the ureter?

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Connected to the renal pelvis

This connection is critical for the transport of urine.

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Does the excretion of metabolic wastes contribute to homeostasis?

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Yes

This includes maintenance of water-salt balance and acid-base balance.

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Does the maintenance of water-salt balance contribute to homeostasis?

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Yes

This is essential for fluid balance and overall health.

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Does the excretion of proteins and nucleotides contribute to homeostasis?

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No

This is because they are typically retained in the body.

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Why is it a good thing to have a bladder?

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It acts as a storage organ for urine and filters waste products

This allows for controlled excretion.

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What are some differences between male and female urinary systems?

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The male urethra is significantly longer and has a dual role of urination and semen transport; the female urethra is shorter and solely for urination

These anatomical differences can affect urinary health.

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What other organ system does the urethra serve in males?

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Urinary and reproductive systems

This dual function is unique to males.

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What problem can an enlarged prostate cause in males?

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Can cause blockage of the flow of urine in the urethra

This condition can lead to urinary retention and discomfort.

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What mechanism(s) is involved in the nervous control of urination?

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Two sphincter muscles control the release of urine into the urethra

This control is essential for voluntary urination.

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What is the function of the bladder?

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Stores urine

This storage capacity allows for regulated urination.

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What is the location of the bladder?

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Just posterior to the pubic symphysis

Its position is important for its function.

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How many openings does the bladder have?

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3

These openings include two for the ureters and one for the urethra.

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Should blood normally contain urine?

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No

The presence of urine in blood indicates a serious medical issue.

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Which organs should only contain urine?

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Kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra

These organs are part of the urinary system.

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What is the nephron considered?

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The functional units of the kidney

Nephrons are essential for filtering blood and forming urine.

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What kinds of cells line the proximal convoluted tubule (PCT)?
Simple cuboidal epithelial cells with a brush border (microvilli) ## Footnote These adaptations enhance reabsorption efficiency.
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Why do those cells in the proximal convoluted tubule line the PCT?
To increase the surface area for efficient reabsorption of solutes and water ## Footnote This is crucial for maintaining homeostasis.
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What connects to the ureter on both ends?
The kidney to the urinary bladder ## Footnote This connection facilitates urine transport.
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What are the capillaries called that are enclosed by the Bowman’s capsule?
The glomerulus ## Footnote The glomerulus is critical for filtration.
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What accounts for filtration at the glomerulus?
Hydrostatic pressure and oncotic pressure ## Footnote These forces drive the filtration process.
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Is the glomerulus composed of capillaries?
Yes ## Footnote This structure is vital for blood filtration.
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Is the glomerulus connected to arterioles at both ends?
Yes ## Footnote This connection is important for blood flow regulation.
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Where would the blood be the most viscous as it passes through the kidney?
In veins because low flow allows red blood cells to aggregate, increasing viscosity ## Footnote This phenomenon affects blood characteristics.
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Why is glucose not found in the urine?
Kidneys efficiently reabsorb all the filtered glucose back into the bloodstream in the proximal tubules ## Footnote This ensures glucose is available for energy.
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Which is in higher concentration in the urine: urea or plasma?
Urea ## Footnote This reflects the kidney's role in waste excretion.
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What is the glomerular (Bowman’s) capsule’s function?
It encloses the glomerulus and plays a crucial role in the first step of blood filtration ## Footnote This structure is essential for urine formation.
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Does tubular reabsorption require a high blood pressure to function?
No ## Footnote This process occurs under varying pressure conditions.
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Does tubular secretion require a high blood pressure to function?
No ## Footnote This mechanism can function independently of high blood pressure.
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List what would not normally be found in the glomerular filtrate.
Blood cells, platelets, or most proteins ## Footnote Their presence in filtrate indicates a problem.
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How does urine contain a higher concentration of wastes than the blood?
The kidneys filter blood, selectively reabsorbing essential substances and excreting waste products like urea and excess water in the form of urine ## Footnote This process is crucial for waste management.
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What part of the nephron creates high osmotic pressure in the medulla?
The loop of Henle ## Footnote This structure is vital for urine concentration.
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What can an increased amount of ADH lead to?
Collecting duct becomes more permeable to water ## Footnote This increases water reabsorption.
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What is the function of ADH?
It increases the permeability of the collecting duct; it increases water absorption; it decreases urine volume; hot sweaty days will cause more ADH release ## Footnote ADH plays a key role in fluid balance.
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What excretes ADH?
Posterior pituitary glands ## Footnote This gland plays a crucial role in water regulation.
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Where is sodium actively released in the loop of Henle?
Ascending limb of the loop of Henle ## Footnote This is essential for urine concentration and electrolyte balance.
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What structure monitors blood pressure in the kidney?
Juxtaglomerular apparatus (JGA) ## Footnote This structure is vital for regulating kidney function.
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What structure releases aldosterone?
Glomerulosa ## Footnote Aldosterone is important for sodium and water balance.
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How are diuretic drugs helpful to patients with high blood pressure?
Help lower blood pressure by increasing the excretion of excess salt and water through urine ## Footnote This can alleviate symptoms of hypertension.
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What causes the kidneys to secrete aldosterone?
Low blood pressure, low sodium levels, or high potassium levels ## Footnote These conditions trigger hormonal responses.
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When would hydrogen ions be excreted, and bicarbonate ions be reabsorbed in the blood?
When the blood pH is too acidic ## Footnote This is part of the body's pH buffering system.
50
What type of transport is kidney dialysis based upon?
Diffusion and convection ## Footnote This process mimics kidney function to remove waste.
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How is uremia characterized?
Fluid overload, electrolyte imbalances, metabolic abnormalities, and physiological changes ## Footnote These symptoms indicate severe kidney dysfunction.
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What is urethritis?
An infection of the urethra ## Footnote This condition can cause pain and discomfort.
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What are the indications of kidney failure?
Large amounts of proteins and/or red blood cells in the urine ## Footnote These findings suggest significant kidney damage.
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What is edema?
Swelling caused by excess fluid trapped in your body’s tissues ## Footnote This can be a sign of kidney issues.
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What could edema be a sign of?
Kidney failure ## Footnote This condition can lead to fluid retention.
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What could be a sign that you have a kidney stone?
Stabbing pain in the groin, difficulty urinating or increased frequency of urination, blood in the urine ## Footnote These symptoms warrant medical attention.

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