A&P2: Urinary Quiz Study Guide

Study Guide

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What are the 2 MAJOR functions of the Kidneys?
1. Excretion of toxins, wastes and excess ions
2. Blood volume/chemical makeup (water-salts, acid-base)
What are the 4 OTHER functions of the kidneys?
1. Gluconeogenesis (during fasting)
2. Renin (BP regulator)
3. Erythropoietin (RBC production)
4. Vitamin D metabolizing
The Urinary System is comprised of (4)
Kidneys, Urinary Bladder, Ureters, Urethra
Where are the kidneys located? What vertebra region? Mass? Dimensions?
Superior Lumbar Region / T12 - L3 / 150g / 12x6x3 cm
The ureter, renal blood vessels, lymphatics, and nerves all join each kidney at the ______
Renal Hilum
Internal space within the kidney is called the _______
Renal Sinus
3 layers of supportive tissue that surround the kidney
Renal Fascia, Renal Capsule, Perirenal Fat Capsule
Outer layer of dense fibrouse connective tissue that anchors the kidney and the adrenal gland to surrounding structures
Renal Fascia
Fatty mass that surrounds the kidney and cushions it against blows
Perirenal fat capsule
Transparent capsule that prevents infections in surrounding regions from spreading to the kidney
Fibrous capsule
Condition where rapid weight loss dwindles the perirenal fat capsule causing kidneys to drop to a lower position
Renal Ptosis
Condition that may cause ureters to become kinked, causing urine backup into kidney, and pressure on it's tissues
Renal Ptosis
Urine backup into kidney ..."water in the kidney"...that can lead to renal failure and kidney tissue death
Hydronephrosis
3 distinct regions of the Kidney
Cortex, Medulla, and Pelvis
Cup-shaped areas that enclose the papillae
Minor Calyces (calyx, singular)