Objective: Locate organs of the urinary system.
Description:
The kidneys are located on the lumbar region of the body cavity, their main function is the production of urine and the filtering waste from blood, and balance body fluids. The ureter is the duct that connects it to the bladder. The bladder functions to store urine. The urethra is the duct through which urine is transported out of the body.
The kidneys are located on the lumbar region of the body cavity, their main function is the production of urine and the filtering waste from blood, and balance body fluids. The ureter is the duct that connects it to the bladder. The bladder functions to store urine. The urethra is the duct through which urine is transported out of the body.
Description:
The cortex is the outer portion of the kidney. The medulla is the innermost part of the kidney, it is divided into sections known as the renal pyramids. The renal pelvis is the funnel-like structure in the outlet of the kidney, this is where urine is deposited before it enters the ureter.
The cortex is the outer portion of the kidney. The medulla is the innermost part of the kidney, it is divided into sections known as the renal pyramids. The renal pelvis is the funnel-like structure in the outlet of the kidney, this is where urine is deposited before it enters the ureter.