16 Questions
What is the main function of the urinary system?
Removing waste products from the body
Which organ is responsible for the filtration of blood and formation of urine?
Kidney
What are the common symptoms experienced by Tim, indicating a urinary issue?
Nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain
Which organ stores urine before it is excreted from the body?
Bladder
What is the role of the ureter in the urinary system?
Transporting urine from the kidneys to the bladder
In which age group does Tim belong?
36-45 years
What is the main function of the renal system?
Regulation of blood pH and pressure
Which structure in the kidney filters unwanted metabolites and ionic salts from blood?
Bowman’s capsule
What is the main function of the glomerulus in the kidney?
Basic filtration of red blood cells and large proteins
What is the function of the juxtaglomerular complex in the kidney?
Control blood pressure
Where does urine pool before passing into the ureters?
Collecting duct
What is the role of podocytes in the kidney?
Form a network around the capillaries with tiny slits for small proteins to pass through
Which structure is made of renal cells and surrounds the glomerulus?
Bowman’s capsule
What is the function of the efferent arteriole in the kidney?
Filtered blood leaves
How many nephrons are there in each kidney?
1000000
What is the role of the distal renal tubule in the kidney?
Fine-tuning exchange of ionic salts and water
Learn about the urinary system's structure, functions, and the role of each organ. This quiz covers the gross anatomy of the kidney, structures within the kidney, ureter, bladder, and urethra. Additionally, it includes a case study to apply basic knowledge of the urinary system.
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