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Which part of the kidney nephron is responsible for the filtration of the blood?
Which part of the kidney nephron is responsible for the filtration of the blood?
- Glomerulus (correct)
- Sphincters
- Renal artery
- Renal vein
What is the main function of the internal urethral sphincter in the male urinary system?
What is the main function of the internal urethral sphincter in the male urinary system?
- To release excess materials
- To control the release of urine (correct)
- To stimulate new RBC production
- To increase calcium absorption
Which hormone is released by the kidney to stimulate new red blood cell (RBC) production?
Which hormone is released by the kidney to stimulate new red blood cell (RBC) production?
- Insulin
- Cortisol
- Erythropoietin (correct)
- Vitamin D
What is the role of the urinary system in preventing a build-up of certain materials in the body?
What is the role of the urinary system in preventing a build-up of certain materials in the body?
In which part of the urinary system does reabsorption of vital nutrients, ions, and water primarily occur?
In which part of the urinary system does reabsorption of vital nutrients, ions, and water primarily occur?
What is the main function of Vitamin D3 in assisting homeostasis?
What is the main function of Vitamin D3 in assisting homeostasis?
Which substance stimulates the formation of Angiotensin II to assist homeostasis?
Which substance stimulates the formation of Angiotensin II to assist homeostasis?
What is the main function of Angiotensin II in the context of the urinary system?
What is the main function of Angiotensin II in the context of the urinary system?
Which part of the kidney is primarily responsible for the secretion of H (+1) and reabsorption of HCO3 (-1) to control acid/base conditions?
Which part of the kidney is primarily responsible for the secretion of H (+1) and reabsorption of HCO3 (-1) to control acid/base conditions?
Where does the process of reabsorption occur in the kidney?
Where does the process of reabsorption occur in the kidney?
What is the function of the Afferent Arteriole in the nephron?
What is the function of the Afferent Arteriole in the nephron?
What is the main function of the Efferent Arteriole in the nephron?
What is the main function of the Efferent Arteriole in the nephron?
What is the primary function of Bowman’s Capsule in the nephron?
What is the primary function of Bowman’s Capsule in the nephron?
What are the main functions of the urinary system?
What are the main functions of the urinary system?
How does Vitamin D3 assist homeostasis in the context of the urinary system?
How does Vitamin D3 assist homeostasis in the context of the urinary system?
What is the role of Erythropoietin released by the kidney?
What is the role of Erythropoietin released by the kidney?
Where does the activation of Vitamin D primarily occur in the urinary system?
Where does the activation of Vitamin D primarily occur in the urinary system?
What are the functions of the internal urethral sphincter in the male urinary system?
What are the functions of the internal urethral sphincter in the male urinary system?
In which part of the kidney nephron does the reabsorption of vital nutrients, ions, and water primarily occur?
In which part of the kidney nephron does the reabsorption of vital nutrients, ions, and water primarily occur?
What is the role of Renin in the urinary system?
What is the role of Renin in the urinary system?
How do Prostaglandins contribute to homeostasis in the urinary system?
How do Prostaglandins contribute to homeostasis in the urinary system?
What is the function of the juxtamedullary nephrons in the urinary system?
What is the function of the juxtamedullary nephrons in the urinary system?
What is the primary role of the secretion of H (+1) and reabsorption of HCO3 (-1) in the urinary system?
What is the primary role of the secretion of H (+1) and reabsorption of HCO3 (-1) in the urinary system?
What is the function of the Afferent Arteriole in the nephron?
What is the function of the Afferent Arteriole in the nephron?
What is the primary function of the Glomerulus in the urinary system?
What is the primary function of the Glomerulus in the urinary system?
What is the function of the Proximal Convoluted Tubule (PCT) in the nephron?
What is the function of the Proximal Convoluted Tubule (PCT) in the nephron?
What is the function of the Efferent Arteriole in the nephron?
What is the function of the Efferent Arteriole in the nephron?
What is the role of Vasa Recta in the urinary system?
What is the role of Vasa Recta in the urinary system?
What is the function of the Bowman’s Capsule in the nephron?
What is the function of the Bowman’s Capsule in the nephron?
