PY4010-W19 The Renal System Quiz

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What is the functional unit of the kidney?

Nephron

Where does the majority of nephrons reside in the kidney?

Cortex

What is the first step in urine formation?

Glomerular filtration

What is the volume of filtrate produced per minute in the glomerular filtration process?

180 L/day Signup and view all the answers

What are the two main processes involved in tubular transport in urine formation?

Reabsorption and Secretion Signup and view all the answers

Identify the main components of a kidney.

Cortex, medulla, pelvis Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the glomerulus in the kidney?

Filtration of blood to form urine Signup and view all the answers

Describe the process of urine formation in the kidneys.

Filtration, reabsorption, secretion Signup and view all the answers

Explain the role of the nephron in kidney function.

Basic functional unit responsible for urine formation Signup and view all the answers

Outline the pathway of urine flow from the kidney to the ureter.

Calyx - Pelvis - Ureter Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the distal convoluted tubule in the nephron?

Site of active secretion of drugs Signup and view all the answers

Explain the function of the glomerulus in the renal system.

Site of ultrafiltration Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the collecting duct in urine concentration?

Site of water reabsorption Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the proximal convoluted tubule in the nephron?

Major site of reabsorption Signup and view all the answers

Explain the significance of the loop of Henle in urine formation.

Key for solute transport by Na-K2CL co-transporter Signup and view all the answers

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