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What is the function of the pyramids in the kidney?
What is the function of the pyramids in the kidney?
How do the kidneys regulate fluids, blood pressure, and electrolytes?
How do the kidneys regulate fluids, blood pressure, and electrolytes?
What is the primary function of the renal pelvis in the kidney?
What is the primary function of the renal pelvis in the kidney?
Which hormone helps in maintaining the body's fluid balance by aiding in water reabsorption in the kidneys?
Which hormone helps in maintaining the body's fluid balance by aiding in water reabsorption in the kidneys?
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What is the correct pathway of urine flow in the kidney?
What is the correct pathway of urine flow in the kidney?
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In kidney function, what does antidiuretic hormone (ADH) primarily help with?
In kidney function, what does antidiuretic hormone (ADH) primarily help with?
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What is the function of the renal pelvis in the kidney?
What is the function of the renal pelvis in the kidney?
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Where do major calyces merge into in the kidney?
Where do major calyces merge into in the kidney?
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What is the primary role of aldosterone in kidney function?
What is the primary role of aldosterone in kidney function?
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Which structure in the kidney is responsible for maintaining fluid and electrolyte balance?
Which structure in the kidney is responsible for maintaining fluid and electrolyte balance?
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What is the function of the minor calyces in relation to urine flow?
What is the function of the minor calyces in relation to urine flow?
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How does antidiuretic hormone (ADH) impact kidney function?
How does antidiuretic hormone (ADH) impact kidney function?
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Study Notes
Kidney Function
- The pyramids in the kidney are responsible for filtering waste and excess fluids from the blood.
Fluid Regulation
- Kidneys regulate fluids, blood pressure, and electrolytes by controlling the amount of sodium and water reabsorption in the nephrons.
Renal Pelvis Function
- The renal pelvis collects urine from the calyces and channels it into the ureter.
Hormones in Kidney Function
- Antidiuretic hormone (ADH) helps maintain fluid balance by promoting water reabsorption in the kidneys.
- Aldosterone helps regulate electrolyte balance by stimulating sodium reabsorption and potassium excretion in the kidneys.
Urine Flow Pathway
- The correct pathway of urine flow is: minor calyces → major calyces → renal pelvis → ureter → urinary bladder → urethra.
Calyces Function
- Minor calyces collect urine from the pyramids and channel it into major calyces.
- Major calyces merge into the renal pelvis.
Kidney Regulation
- The kidneys maintain fluid and electrolyte balance through the regulation of sodium and water reabsorption, and electrolyte excretion.
- Antidiuretic hormone (ADH) impacts kidney function by regulating water reabsorption, thereby controlling the concentration of urine.
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Test your knowledge on the structure and function of the kidney with this quiz. Questions cover topics such as the outer and inner layers of the kidney, the role of pyramids, and the pathway of urine through the kidney's structures.
