Kidney Function and Anatomy Quiz
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What is one of the primary functions of the kidneys related to blood production?

  • Regulation of ion levels
  • Excretion of wastes
  • Production of erythropoietin (correct)
  • Production of calcitriol
  • Which layer surrounds each kidney and is the innermost protective layer?

  • Fibrous capsule (correct)
  • Renal capsule
  • Renal fascia
  • Paranephric fat
  • Where are the kidneys located in the body?

  • Laterally next to the bladder
  • Retroperitoneally in the back (correct)
  • Anteriorly in the thoracic cavity
  • Intraperitoneally in the pelvis
  • What structure acts as the attachment point for the ureter and blood vessels on the kidney?

    <p>Hilum (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which function is NOT performed by the urinary system?

    <p>Digestion of proteins (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of nephrons in the kidneys?

    <p>Filter blood and form urine (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the nephron is closest to the glomerulus?

    <p>Proximal convoluted tubule (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What structure collects urine from several nephrons?

    <p>Collecting duct (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement correctly describes the renal cortex and medulla?

    <p>Cortex is the outer region, while medulla is the inner region. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the glomerular capsule?

    <p>Surround and protect the glomerulus (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the juxtaglomerular apparatus?

    <p>Regulates blood pressure by secreting renin (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structure is responsible for bringing blood to the glomerulus?

    <p>Afferent arteriole (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which step of urine formation does glomerular filtration occur?

    <p>Glomerular filtration (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the filtrate primarily contain after glomerular filtration?

    <p>Water, amino acids, glucose, ions, and wastes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following accurately describes the renal vein?

    <p>Carries filtered blood away from the kidney (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which substance is NOT reabsorbed in the nephron?

    <p>Uric acid (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main effect of aldosterone on the kidneys?

    <p>Increases reabsorption of Na⁺ and water (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone is responsible for regulating the concentration of urine?

    <p>Antidiuretic Hormone (ADH) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if blood pH becomes too acidic in terms of H⁺ secretion?

    <p>More H⁺ is secreted to lower pH (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of diuretics?

    <p>To increase urine excretion (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary component of normal urine?

    <p>Water (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the average daily urine production for adults?

    <p>1-2 liters (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What causes urine to have a reddish color?

    <p>Certain medications and foods (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which stage of chronic renal failure requires dialysis or a kidney transplant?

    <p>End-stage renal failure (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the pH level characteristic of normal urine?

    <p>Approximately 6.0 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the ureters?

    <p>To transport urine from kidneys to bladder (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following treatments is NOT associated with renal calculi?

    <p>Diuretic therapy (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic is true of the urinary bladder?

    <p>It has walls that stretch when filled with urine (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes the male urethra from the female urethra?

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    Which condition is NOT associated with chronic renal failure?

    <p>Inflamed prostate (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical capacity range of a healthy adult bladder?

    <p>200-400 mL (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is characterized by painful urination?

    <p>Dysuria (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of urinary tract infection affects the bladder?

    <p>Cystitis (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which symptom is commonly associated with urinary tract infections?

    <p>Frequent urination (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition is characterized by lack of voluntary control over urination?

    <p>Incontinence (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Kidney Function

    Kidneys filter blood, producing urine and maintaining electrolyte balance, blood pressure, and red blood cell production.

    Kidney Location

    Kidneys are located retroperitoneally (behind the lining of the abdominal cavity), bean-shaped, reddish organs.

    Renal Fascia

    Layer of tissue that supports the kidney, anchoring it to the abdominal wall.

    Fibrous Capsule

    Innermost layer of tissue surrounding each kidney.

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    Hilum

    Groove where ureter and blood vessels connect to the kidney.

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    Nephron

    The microscopic functional unit of the kidney that filters blood and forms urine.

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    Renal Corpuscle

    Part of a nephron, filtering blood. Consists of glomerulus and Bowman's capsule.

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    Renal Tubule

    Part of a nephron, reabsorbing and secreting. Consists of PCT, Loop of Henle, and DCT.

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    Collecting Duct

    Carries urine from nephrons to the renal pelvis.

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    Renal Medulla

    Inner part of kidney that has the nephron loops and collecting ducts.

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    Juxtaglomerular Apparatus

    A specialized structure in the kidney that regulates blood pressure by releasing renin.

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    Renal Arteries

    Blood vessels that carry blood to the kidneys.

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    Glomerulus

    A ball of capillaries within the kidney where blood filtration occurs.

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    Glomerular Filtration

    The process where blood pressure forces small molecules like water, glucose, and waste products from the blood into the glomerular capsule.

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    Filtrate

    The fluid that is filtered from the blood in the glomerulus, containing water, amino acids, glucose, ions, and waste products.

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    Ureters

    Narrow tubes that use peristalsis (muscle contractions) to move urine from the kidneys to the bladder.

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    Renal Calculi

    Kidney stones that can obstruct urine flow, requiring treatment like removal or breaking them up.

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    Urinary Bladder

    A hollow, muscular organ that stores urine, expanding as it fills and collapsing when empty.

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    Urethra

    The tube that carries urine from the bladder to the outside of the body.

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    Chronic Renal Failure

    A serious condition where the kidneys lose their ability to filter waste, often caused by high blood pressure, kidney trauma, or infections.

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    Urine Analysis

    A laboratory test to examine urine composition, revealing potential health problems.

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    Normal Urine

    Mostly water, ions, and waste products. Should not contain glucose, protein, blood cells, or bacteria.

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    Chronic Renal Failure (Early Stages)

    Up to 75% of nephrons are damaged, but other nephrons compensate, often causing no noticeable symptoms.

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    Chronic Renal Failure (Late Stages)

    More than 75% of nephrons are damaged, leading to significant kidney dysfunction and requiring treatment.

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    Dialysis

    An artificial filtration process used to remove waste products and excess fluids from the blood for people with kidney failure.

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    Aldosterone's role

    Aldosterone, a hormone, increases the reabsorption of sodium (Na⁺) and water in the kidneys, leading to increased blood volume.

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    ADH's effect on urine

    Antidiuretic hormone (ADH) regulates water reabsorption in the kidneys. More ADH leads to more water reabsorption, resulting in concentrated urine.

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    What happens when blood is acidic?

    When the blood becomes too acidic, the kidneys secrete more hydrogen ions (H⁺) into the urine, helping to restore the blood's pH balance.

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    What are diuretics?

    Diuretics are substances, typically medications, that increase urine production by promoting water excretion from the body.

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    What does Gout indicate?

    Gout is a condition caused by the buildup of uric acid crystals in the joints, resulting in painful inflammation.

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    Urination

    The process of releasing urine from the bladder.

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    Incontinence

    Loss of voluntary control over urination.

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    Retention

    Inability to eliminate urine normally.

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    Cystitis

    Inflammation or infection of the bladder.

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    Pyelonephritis

    Inflammation or infection of the kidneys.

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