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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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With kidney function 17 percent and phosphorour is 4.9 is there a concern?

72 - 145 is normal so 17 is very low. Normal phosphorous levels in blood for people who do not suffer from kidney disease is 2.7 to 4.6 mg/dL. You need to talk to your doctor.

Is urine more concentrated if ADH is higher?

Yes, ADH helps us to retain water but at the same time we need to excrete waste. As a result the urine that we do excrete is more concentrated with waste products.

Why do we refer urination as pee?

Pee is "short" for piss, an older term for urination.

What substances stay in the kidneys?

The function of the kidneys is to purify the blood by removing waste materials. The substances that stay in the kidneys are amino acids, sodium and other nutrients in the body.

What materials leave the body in urine?

One material that leaves the body in urine is protein.

Can you pee anywhere you want?

unlikely

no

only if you are a hobo in

new york.

Why does pee feel so good?

it is nice and warm when it trickles down your pants

What is ureterectomy with bladder cuff?

A ureterectomy is when excision is done to the ureter. The bladder cuff is done to prevent spillage of urine.