Lab manual 10 abdominals

Question 1

what is the main function of the urinary system, and why is it important?

Answer 1

the main function is to remove waste products and it’s important because it filters the bloodstream

Question 2

Give three examples of the types of molecules filtered through the kidneys.

Answer 2

water, glucose, and urea.

Question 3

Why are red blood cells and larger proteins not filtered through the kidney?

Answer 3

because of their size

Question 4

what and where are the kidneys

Answer 4

The kidneys are the principle organ of the urinary system. They are located in the abdominal cavity and they are retroperitoneal.

Question 5

structure of the kidney:
what and where is the Renal Pelvis

Answer 5

the middle pelvis of the kidney, which collects urine from the major calyces and is joined to the ureter.

Question 6

structure of the kidney:
what and where is the cortex

Answer 6

superficial region containing renal corpuscles and blood vessels.

Question 7

structure of the kidney:
what and where is the Medulla

Answer 7

Innermost part containing Loops of Henle and collecting ducts