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Exam 1/2 Anatomy and Physiology: Urinary System
This deck covers key concepts related to the urinary system, including the structure and function of the kidneys, hormone regulation, and the role of different parts of the urinary system.
The ____ extend from the renal pelvis to the urinary bladder.
Ureters
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Term
Definition
The ____ extend from the renal pelvis to the urinary bladder.
Ureters
Vitamin metabolism occurs where?
Kidneys
The __ is the basic functional unit of the kidney.
Nephron
What occurs in the loop of henle?
Reabsorption of water, glucose, nutrients, sodium into circulation
Which hormone opens kidney tubules to reabsorb water?
Antidiuretic hormone
Antidiuretic hormone is only release when?
Blood pressure is low
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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
The ____ extend from the renal pelvis to the urinary bladder. | Ureters |
Vitamin metabolism occurs where? | Kidneys |
The __ is the basic functional unit of the kidney. | Nephron |
What occurs in the loop of henle? | Reabsorption of water, glucose, nutrients, sodium into circulation |
Which hormone opens kidney tubules to reabsorb water? | Antidiuretic hormone |
Antidiuretic hormone is only release when? | Blood pressure is low |
Thirst is created by the release of? | Antidiuretic hormone |
_____ is secreted when sodium levels are low or when potassium levels are too high. | Aldosterone |
The __ kidney is slightly lower due to position of the liver. | Right |
Anything that filters or with blood perfusion is under parasympathetic o sympathetic control? | Sympathetic |