urinary system anatomy

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renal

capsule that surrounds the kidney

podocytes

cells with foot-like extensions that form the filter near a glomerulus

cortex, medulla, renal pelvis, ureter

identify the correct direction of urine flow from formation to exiting the kidney.

renal artery

identify the highlighted blood vessel.

renal vein

identify the highlighted blood vessel.

kidney

identify the highlighted organ.

Bowman's capsule

identify the highlighted structure.

distal convoluted tubule

identify the highlighted structure.

renal cortex

identify the highlighted structure.

ureter

identify the highlighted structure.

urinary bladder

identify the highlighted structure.

renal corpuscles

identify the highlighted structures.

renin

in response to a drop in blood pressure, which hormone/enzyme is secreted by specialized cells in the highlighted region?

cystitis

inflammation of the bladder

fibrous capsule

name the strong transparent covering that encases the kidney.

retroperitoneal

organs that include the kidneys, which are located behind the parietal peritoneum

retro-

prefix that means "back"

pod-

prefix that means "foot"

ren-

prefix that means "kidney"

cyst-

prefix that means "sac" or "pouch"

false

the fibrous capsule is a layer of adipose tissue that surrounds the kidney.

simple squamous

the highlighted region is lined by what epithelial type?

papillary ducts

the highlighted structure collects urine from what smaller structures?

urine

the highlighted structure contains what fluid?

transitional

the highlighted structure is lined by what type of epithelium?

true

the ureter, blood vessels, and nerves penetrate the kidney on its medial surface.

removal of toxins from the blood

what is a function of the highlighted organ?

granular

what type of cells in the highlighted organs secretes renin in response to a drop in blood pressure?

renal medulla

where are the renal columns located?

renal cortex

where does filtration of the blood occur within the kidneys?

hilium

where does the ureter penetrate the kidney?

filtration

which of the following functions of the nephron only takes place in the highlighted region?

filtration

which process or processes of urine formation occur in the highlighted structure?

renal medulla

which region of the kidney is highlighted?

renal cortex

which region of the kidney is the most superficial?

renal columns

which structure is found separating the renal pyramids?

ascending loop of henle