Structures of the Kidney Flashcards
1
Q
What is the function of the renal vein?
A
Takes blood away from the kidney.
2
Q
What is the function of the renal artery?
A
Takes blood to the kidney.
3
Q
What is the function of the urethra?
A
A tube from the bladder that opens to the outside.
4
Q
What is the function of the kidneys?
A
The kidneys are the organs found in the abdomen that produce urine. They maintain a constant concentration of substances in the body fluids.
5
Q
What is the function of the ureter?
A
A tube that drains urine away from the kidney.
6
Q
What is the function of the bladder?
A
A muscular bag that holds urine until it is passed out of the body.
