Urinary Flashcards
1
Q
Functions of the kidney
A
- eliminate metabolic waste, toxic substances, drugs
- water, acid-base, electrolyte homeostasis
- conserve nutrients (proteins, glucose)
- endocrine
2
Q
What are the endocrine functions of the kidney
A
- RAAS
- Erythropoietin
- Vitamin D activation
- Prostaglandin
3
Q
Function of the lower urinary tract
A
Transportation and storage of urine
4
Q
What species have external lobation of the kidney?
A
- Bovine
- Otters
- Marine Mammals
5
Q
Which species have a urethral process?
A
Small Ruminants
6
Q
Which species have a urethral recess?
A
Ruminants, swine, camelids
7
Q
Disorganized development of the renal parenchyma (in utero or neonatal period). Histology needed to differentiate from other developmental disorders.
A
Renal Dysplasia / Maldevelopment
aka juvenile onset of CKD
