Urinary system Flashcards
kidneys
nephr/o, ren/o
renal pelvis
pyel/o
urine
ur/o, urin/o
ureters
ureter/o
urinary bladder
cyst/o
prostate
prostat/o
urethra
urethr/o
functions of the kidneys
filters blood, removes waste and excess water. helps maintain fluid levels
Renal cortex
Outer region of the kidneys
Renal medulla
Inner region of the kidneys
Microscopic functional units are called:
nephrons
ureters
two tubes the transport urine from kidneys to the bladder
the bladder is:
a muscular reservoir for urine.
Nephrologist
Specializes in diagnosing/treating diseases/disorders of kidneys
urethra
Tube extending from bladder to exterior of the body
Urologist
Specializes in diagnosing/treating diseases/disorders of urinary system of females and genitourinary system of males
Nephropathy
Any disease of the kidney
Elevated BUN due to lack of blood flow to kidneys is called:
Azotemia
Toxic condition resulting from renal failure
Urea and other waste products are retained in the blood
Uremia
Renal failure
Improper function of one or both kidneys
Progressive loss of renal function
Chronic kidney disease
Sudden onset of uremia
Acute renal failure
Hyperproteinuria
Abnormally high concentrations of protein in urine
