Other stuff Flashcards
How does the urinary system help maintain homeostasis?
Maintains H2O balance
Where are the kidneys located?
Lower back, lateral to the spine
Where is the bladder located?
Pelvic region
What is unique about the transitional epithelium lining the bladder?
It can stretch to hold urine
True or false: The length of the urethra is the same between sexes
False
Where in the kidney is urine formed?
Nephrons
Where are the glomerulus and Bowman’s capsule?
Cortex
Where are the collecting ducts and loop of Henle?
Medulla
What other systems will be affected if the kidneys begin to shut down?
Circulatory and vascular- imbalance of fluids
What is the path of urine formation?
Amino acids break down into ___________
Ammonia (NH3)
What organ converts ammonia into urea?
The liver
What is ammonia converted into?
Urea
What important things does the urinary system help regulate?
Blood pressure, blood pH, blood volume/composition
What electrolytes does the kidney help regulate?
sodium, potassium, and calcium
