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Which of the following is NOT a primary function of the kidneys?
Which of the following is NOT a primary function of the kidneys?
- Regulation of blood glucose levels (correct)
- Regulation of blood pH
- Regulation of erythrocyte production
- Regulation of blood pressure
The retroperitoneal location of the kidneys means they are:
The retroperitoneal location of the kidneys means they are:
- Located posterior to the parietal peritoneum. (correct)
- Located within the peritoneal cavity.
- Located anterior to the parietal peritoneum.
- Located inferior to the visceral peritoneum.
What is the primary difference between cortical and juxtamedullary nephrons?
What is the primary difference between cortical and juxtamedullary nephrons?
- Cortical nephrons filter more blood per minute than juxtamedullary nephrons.
- Cortical nephrons have shorter loops of Henle, while juxtamedullary nephrons have longer loops. (correct)
- Cortical nephrons are primarily involved in secretion, while juxtamedullary nephrons are involved in reabsorption.
- Cortical nephrons are located in the medulla, while juxtamedullary nephrons are in the cortex.
Which of the following is the correct order of structures within a nephron through which filtrate passes?
Which of the following is the correct order of structures within a nephron through which filtrate passes?
A drop of blood flows through the kidney. Which of these sequences is correct?
A drop of blood flows through the kidney. Which of these sequences is correct?
What is the primary driving force behind glomerular filtration?
What is the primary driving force behind glomerular filtration?
How does local regulation affect glomerular filtration rate (GFR) when blood pressure increases?
How does local regulation affect glomerular filtration rate (GFR) when blood pressure increases?
Which substance is almost completely reabsorbed in the proximal convoluted tubule (PCT) under normal conditions?
Which substance is almost completely reabsorbed in the proximal convoluted tubule (PCT) under normal conditions?
What is the primary purpose of tubular secretion?
What is the primary purpose of tubular secretion?
Which part of the nephron is impermeable to water in the presence of ADH?
Which part of the nephron is impermeable to water in the presence of ADH?
How does ADH (antidiuretic hormone) affect urine concentration in the collecting duct?
How does ADH (antidiuretic hormone) affect urine concentration in the collecting duct?
What is the primary trigger for the release of renin from the juxtaglomerular cells?
What is the primary trigger for the release of renin from the juxtaglomerular cells?
How does angiotensin II affect blood pressure?
How does angiotensin II affect blood pressure?
What is the primary effect of aldosterone on the distal convoluted tubule and collecting duct?
What is the primary effect of aldosterone on the distal convoluted tubule and collecting duct?
Which of the following correctly traces the flow of urine after it leaves the collecting duct?
Which of the following correctly traces the flow of urine after it leaves the collecting duct?
What effect would increased levels of atrial natriuretic peptide (ANP) have on urine volume?
What effect would increased levels of atrial natriuretic peptide (ANP) have on urine volume?
How does the countercurrent multiplier effect contribute to urine concentration?
How does the countercurrent multiplier effect contribute to urine concentration?
Which of the following is a direct effect of increased sympathetic nervous system activity on kidney function?
Which of the following is a direct effect of increased sympathetic nervous system activity on kidney function?
A patient is experiencing metabolic acidosis. How would the kidneys compensate for this condition?
A patient is experiencing metabolic acidosis. How would the kidneys compensate for this condition?
In a healthy individual, what would be the effect of consuming a large volume of pure water on ADH secretion and urine osmolarity?
In a healthy individual, what would be the effect of consuming a large volume of pure water on ADH secretion and urine osmolarity?
Flashcards
Functions of the kidney
Functions of the kidney
Filter blood to remove waste, regulate blood volume/pressure, electrolyte levels, and acid-base balance. Also produces hormones.
Location of urinary organs
Location of urinary organs
Located in the retroperitoneal space (behind the abdominal cavity lining); the ureters, bladder, and urethra are positioned accordingly.
Cortical vs. juxtamedullary nephrons
Cortical vs. juxtamedullary nephrons
Cortical nephrons are mostly in the cortex; juxtamedullary nephrons have long loops of Henle extending deep into the medulla.
Anatomy of a nephron
Anatomy of a nephron
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Blood flow through the kidney
Blood flow through the kidney
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Urine formation processes
Urine formation processes
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Forces affecting glomerular filtration
Forces affecting glomerular filtration
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Local regulation of glomerular filtration
Local regulation of glomerular filtration
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Tubular reabsorption
Tubular reabsorption
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Tubular secretion
Tubular secretion
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Urine concentration mechanisms
Urine concentration mechanisms
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Regulation of urine concentration
Regulation of urine concentration
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RAAS
RAAS
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ADH
ADH
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Urine flow
Urine flow
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Study Notes
- Kidneys perform several vital functions, including filtering waste products from the blood, regulating blood pressure, maintaining electrolyte balance, and producing hormones.
- The urinary system organs, including the kidneys, ureters, urinary bladder, and urethra, are located in the abdominal cavity.
- Kidneys are retroperitoneal, meaning they lie behind the peritoneum.
- Cortical nephrons are primarily located in the renal cortex, while juxtamedullary nephrons have longer loops of Henle that extend deep into the renal medulla.
- A nephron consists of a renal corpuscle (glomerulus and Bowman's capsule) and a renal tubule (proximal convoluted tubule, loop of Henle, distal convoluted tubule, and collecting duct).
- Blood flow through the kidney: renal artery → afferent arteriole → glomerulus → efferent arteriole → peritubular capillaries/vasa recta → renal vein.
- Urine formation involves three main processes: glomerular filtration, tubular reabsorption, and tubular secretion.
- Glomerular filtration is driven by hydrostatic pressure in the glomerulus, opposed by osmotic pressure in the glomerulus and hydrostatic pressure in Bowman's capsule.
- Local regulation of glomerular filtration involves myogenic mechanisms and tubuloglomerular feedback.
- Tubular reabsorption varies based on location:
Proximal Convoluted Tubule
- Reabsorbs most of the filtered water, nutrients, and electrolytes.
Loop of Henle
- Establishes a concentration gradient in the renal medulla.
Distal Convoluted Tubule and Collecting Duct
- Reabsorption is hormonally regulated.
- Tubular secretion involves the movement of substances from the peritubular capillaries into the renal tubules.
- Countercurrent mechanisms in the loop of Henle and vasa recta concentrate urine.
- Regulation of urine concentration in the distal convoluted tubule (DCT) and collecting duct (CD) is influenced by:
RAAS (Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone System)
- Stimulates sodium reabsorption and potassium secretion.
ADH (Antidiuretic Hormone)
- Increases water reabsorption.
- Urine flow: kidneys → ureters → urinary bladder → urethra.
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