Macroscopic Anatomy of the Kidney: Calyces Quiz
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What is the purpose of the renal pelvis?

  • To receive output from the renal pyramids (correct)
  • To reabsorb nutrients and water in the proximal convoluted tubule
  • To filter blood in the glomerulus
  • To transfer urine from the kidneys to the urinary bladder

    • What is the function of the Bowman's Capsule?

  • To concentrate the urine
  • To secrete hormones
  • To reabsorb nutrients and water
  • To receive the filtrate from the glomerulus (correct)

    • Which structure is responsible for the concentration of urine?

  • Nephron Loop (correct)
  • Distal Convoluted Tubule
  • Collecting Ducts
  • Proximal Convoluted Tubule

    • What is the primary function of the peritubular capillaries?

    <p>To reabsorb and secrete substances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the renal cortex?

    <p>To be the outer tissue of the kidney</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structure is responsible for the initial filtration of blood?

    <p>Glomerulus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the distal convoluted tubule?

    <p>Further reabsorption and secretion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structure connects the kidneys to the urinary bladder?

    <p>Ureter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the vasa recta surrounding the nephron loop of juxtamedullary nephrons?

    <p>To create an osmotic gradient for water reabsorption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the ureters?

    <p>To transfer urine from the kidneys to the bladder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the composition of the urinary bladder?

    <p>Smooth muscle and transitional epithelium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what volume of urine in the bladder is the urge to void typically felt?

    <p>Around 150-200 mL</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relative length of the urethra in males compared to females?

    <p>The male urethra is 4-5 times longer than the female urethra.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not a function of the urinary system?

    <p>Controlling the production of red blood cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not a part of the male urethra?

    <p>Cervical part</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the kidneys in regulating blood pressure?

    <p>They release renin when blood pressure or sodium levels decrease.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not a function of the urinary system?

    <p>Producing insulin to regulate blood sugar</p> Signup and view all the answers

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