Chapter 14 The Urinary System Lecture Flashcards
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Name the blood vessel that drains the glomerus.
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Afferent Arteriole
- Blood vessel that delivers blood to glomerulus.
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Efferent Arteriole
- Blood vessel that drains blood from glomerulus.
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True or False
Glomeruli make up the capilarry bed of the kidney for nutrient, waste, and gas exchange.
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3
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Describe blood flow to and from the capillary bed of the kidney
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What are the functions of the Urinary System?
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The purpose of the renal system is to eliminate wastes from the body, regulate blood volume and blood pressure, control levels of electrolytes and metabolites, and regulate blood pH.
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