Histopathology 2 - Renal, Gynae and Breast, Neuro, Bone, Skin, Amyloidosis and Sarcoidosis Flashcards
1
Q
What are the key anatomical structures of the kidney?
A
Renal Pyramid (triangular strucutres mostly ducts, drain urine from cortex/outer kidney into Calyces –> ureter)
Renal Pelvis
Major Calyx (cuplike structures urine drains into)
Minor Calyx
Ureter
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renal_calyx#/media/File:Blausen_0592_KidneyAnatomy_01.png
2
Q
What are the functions of the kidney?
A
A WET BED
Acid Base Balance Water balance Erythropoesis Toxin Removal Blood Pressure Control Electrolyte Balance D Vit D Activation
3
Q
Where is the nephron located?
A
In the cortex crossing over to the medulla of the kidney
4
Q
What are the different anatomical features of the nephron?
A
Renal Corpuscle: Glomerulus, Bowman’s Space
Renal Tubule: Proximal Tubule, Loop of Henle, Distal Convoluted Tubule, Collecting Duct System
