Kidney Structure Flashcards
1
Q
Blood supply
A
From renal arteries and removed via renal vein into inferior vena cava
2
Q
Urinary system
A
Kidneys produce urine passes down ureters into bladder
When bladder is full bladder opens and urine passes outs urethra
3
Q
3 main areas
A
Cortex
Medulla - contains nephrons / pyramids
Pelvis - central chamber where urine collects
4
Q
Afferent arteriole
A
Blood to glomerulus
5
Q
Efferent arteriole
A
Blood away from glomerulus
