Histo(urinary system)

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    What is the function of the Cortex in the kidney?

    It filters blood before it moves to the medulla.

    What is the role of the Medulla in the kidney?

    It processes filtered blood and contains pyramids.

    What is the Hilum?

    The main entry and exit point for blood vessels and nerves.

    How does blood pressure in the kidneys differ from other body parts?

    Blood leaves through an arteriole, creating higher pressure.

    What is the Glomerulus?

    A cluster of capillaries that filters blood.

    What do Podocytes do?

    They wrap around blood vessels to control filtration.

    Why are the gaps between podocyte 'toes' important?

    They allow water and salts to pass while blocking larger cells.

    What happens in the Proximal Convoluted Tubule?

    Nutrients and most water are reabsorbed back into the blood.

    What is the function of the Loop of Henle?

    It creates a salty environment to pull water back into the body.

    What does the Juxtaglomerular Apparatus do?

    It monitors blood pressure and salt levels.

    What is Renin?

    A signal released to increase blood pressure when low.

    What is the Bladder's main function?

    To store urine until it is expelled from the body.

    What is Transitional Epithelium?

    The bladder lining that stretches as it fills.

    How do Umbrella Cells function in the bladder?

    They flatten to allow the bladder to expand without leaking.

    What is a Horseshoe Kidney?

    A condition where kidneys are fused at the bottom during development.