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Urinary System
The urinary system, including the kidneys, ureters, bladder, urethra and sphincters, allows us to expel waste from our body. Ask questions about this vital system here.
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Why loop of henle is short in reptiles?
It is shorter in reptiles, they actually don't even have a loop of Henle. It is because when they evolved onto land, they needed to develop strategies to conserve water. The purpose of the loop of henle in mammals and other animals is to wash out the solutes out of our bodies, but reptiles need to conserve that water, so instead they have salt glands near the eyes and nose to secrete it. It also explains why they excrete uric acid rather than urea.
Metabolic activity is the activity in which the chemical transformations occur within the cells of living organisms. Metabolic activity is used to maintain an organisms life.
Is it dangerous to drink or consume Ethyl?
Ethyl WHAT?
To a chemist, that makes exactly as much sense as asking if it's safe to eat red.
Men cheat just as much as women; it's nearly impossible to find out how many of each gender has been unfaithful, but we do know why people of both genders cheat on their partners.
People cheat because they aren't happy in their relationship, they are missing sexual or emotional satisfaction from their partner, or they feel that they could do better.
People also cheat because their partner may be putting them or other people in danger; this includes physical/emotional/verbal abuse, using illegal drugs, substance abuse (overdosing with medication), alcohol abuse, having mental problems, or committing crimes/felonies.
There are instances, however, when the person who is cheated on has no ill qualities, yet their partner cheats on them anyway.
Some people also cheat because they aren't sure their relationship is going well, so they look for other potential partners to fall back on to when they decide to end their current relationship.
Why is there a small amount of blood in my urine?
Might be kidney stones, might be several things. See a doctor as soon as possible.
What is the function of simple squamous cells in the lumen of the urethra?
Simple squamous cells in the lumen of the urethra provide a protective lining for the tube that carries urine from the bladder to the exterior of the body.
What characteristics does a normal kidney function test have?
Creatinine clearance. For a 24-hour urine collection, normal results are 90-139 ml/min for adult males less than 40 years old, and 80-125 ml/min for adult females less than 40 years old. For people over 40, values decrease by 6.5 ml/min for.
How does the intake of salt affect the amount of urine produced?
it makes your bladder heavier so you gots to go. sexy mama
number of substances can interfere with dipstick tests. Examples of these are provided below. Please note that the effect of these substances will vary according to the type of test strip used. Commonly performed dipstick tests include:
What does it mean when you have to pee every thirty seconds and your a kid?
This can mean that you have an infection in your urinary tract especially if it feels uncomfortable or burning when you use the toilet. Drink plenty of water to try and get rid of it but if you feel the same a day later, see a doctor. He can give you antibiotics to clear it up. If there is no burning, you still need to see the doctor as it can mean something is not right with your blood sugar levels.
Where does urine production begin in the human body?
In the Bowman's capsule, which is a part of the nephron, which is in the kidney.
How much does a donor charge for kidney transplant by cash?
In the US, selling a body part is illegal. Furthermore, there is a network for people to donate their organs, at no cost. I have attached a good site for more information.
Update; if this were true, it would be illegal to be compensated for giving blood or plasma, hair for cancer patients, or sperm/eggs for the purpose of reproduction, yet these activities happen so regularly that they are almost routine, and even sanctioned by state agencies.
As a matter of fact, the attached site from the original answer covers the basics of compensation for transplantation which can be read about here; http://organdonor.gov/transplantation/index.htm To answer the question, there is no set price, rather what an insurance company (some do compensation for transplants) or individual will pay. On average, people selling transplant options expect between $35,000-$50,000 US. However, given that some will do it for no compensation, while others being a much needed match to a financially capable recipient can get well into the six figures, so again the price is not set.
In London 1600 what did people do with their urine?
Probably threw it out the window. If they were leather workers, they might save it to use as a tanning agent. Anyone in the cleaning business might save it for its antiseptic and ammoniac properties. Perhaps most interestingly, however, they might sell it to a local gunsmith. Urine contains potassium nitrate, which is one of the main ingredients in gunpowder; urine was actually one of the most common sources of potassium nitrate for a significant portion of the history of firearms.
Will Ibuprofin damage your kidneys?
Ibuprofen is filtered though the kidneys. If you have healthy kidneys, using it as directed on the bottle or by your doctor will not harm them. If you have a history of kidney problems, you should check with your doctor before using.
What is the Exact function of loop back addressWhich is loop back add127.0.0.0 or 127.1.1.1?
The loopback address is 127.0.0.1. It is also called 'localhost'. It's purpose is simple: It's the most rudimentary test for functionality of your NIC (Network Interface Card). For example, if you ping 127.0.0.1 OR ping localhost you'll get a response IF your NIC is enabled, connected to something (physical network or wireless) and working. Problems with localhost pinging usually means a problem with the NIC itself. Google Web Accelerator, Hello, and some other tools take advantage of the loopback address for functionality. They open a port on loopback to internally 'host' web pages. Google Web Accelerator for example, creates a local cache of your web pages, and sets your proxy to the loopback address on a specific port, so that you get the local cache first, giving the illusion of instantaneous loading of the page.
What effect does citric acid have on kidneys or can it cause gout in people with kidney issues?
Neither. there are some that claim citric acid dissolves uric acid crystals in the blood stream but there is no reliable evidence reinforcing this claim,
What is the best age for a boy to compete in Tae Kwon Do?
The taekwondo gold medal winners at the 2008 summer Olympics in Beijing were
- Guillermo Pérez, age 29, Mexico, Flyweight (58 kg (128 lb))
- Son Tae-Jin, age 20, South Korea, Lightweight (68 kg (150 lb))
- Hadi Saei, age 32, Iran, Middleweight (80 kg (176 lb))
- Cha Dong-Min, age 22, South Korea, Heavyweight (+80 kg (+176 lb))
- Wu Jingyu, age 21, China, Flyweight (49 kg (108 lb))
- Lim Su-Jeong, age 22, South Korea, Lightweight (57 kg (126 lb))
- Hwang Kyung-Seon, age 22, South Korea, Middleweight (67 kg (148 lb))
- Maria Espinoza, age 21, Mexico, Heavyweight (+67 kg (+148 lb))
So if you want to win international championships, it looks like the best time to compete is between age 20 and 30.
Of course, you don't have to wait until you are 20 to compete in your first match. There are local tournaments available for martial artists as young as 7-years-old. And just because a martial artist retires from international competitions in his 30s doesn't mean he can't go back to the local tournaments and continue competing well past his 60s. It all depends upon the individual and what they wish to accomplish.
It is highly unadvisable to encourage young children to compete before they are ready. There are many benefits to studying taekwondo without ever competing in any tournaments at all.
Explain how the urinary system and circulatory system?
The urinary system filters waste products from the blood to form urine, which is then transported by the circulatory system to the kidneys for excretion. The circulatory system delivers nutrients and oxygen to the kidneys, which are vital for their function in filtering the blood to maintain homeostasis in the body. Both systems work together to eliminate waste and maintain proper balance within the body.
What happens if you drink urine?
If you have very low water you can drink urine for surviving although it's not veery healthy of course. it doesn't affect your organs if you drink it for 1-2 days but if you drink it too many days it can be a problem.
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Is producing urine in the kidney a Chemical change?
No. The urine is not produced in the kidney. The kidney is a filter.
Do you feel like you got to go pee when you go it's like 3 drops?
i would say that it is clogged or is being blocked ..so i should tell you to test it This can be a sign of a bladder infection, or, if you are a male, it could be prostate trouble. Go see a doctor soon. Neither one is something you should wait around on.
What happens if you really have to go to the bathroom but can't find one?
Stcik you hands between your legs and bounce up and down. Unless you are with people you know, in which case, ASK!
