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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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What is a prolapse of the female urethra?
The uterus and the bladder are held in their normal positions just above the inside end of the vagina by a "hammock" made up of supportive muscles and ligaments. Wear and tear on these supportive structures in the pelvis can allow the bottom of the uterus, the floor of the bladder or both to sag through the muscle and ligament layers. When this occurs, the uterus or bladder can create a bulge into the vagina. In severe cases, it is possible for the sagging uterus or bladder to work its way down far enough that the bulge can appear at the vagina's opening or even protrude from the opening. When the uterus sags downward, it is called uterine prolapse. When the bladder sags, it is called bladder prolapse, also known as a cystocele.
What to do if your pee is about to come out and the bathroom is not available?
you run to a tree and pee there!
What is the medical term meaning Microscopic tube where urine is formed?
It is the nephron, the basic structural and functional unit of the kidneys. Its main job is to regulate waste and filter the blood and excrete toxins via urine.
the microscopic tube where urine is formed is called the nephron. They are located in the kidneys.
renal tubules
It's a complex answer. Urine is formed in the kidneys in cellular structures known as "renal parenchyma". Urine is the filtrate of blood traversing the microscopic pathways from the glomerulus to the proximal convoluted tubule, the loop of henle, and the distal convuluted tubule which is where the final condensed urine is collected.
I'm afraid the answer is not as straightforward as your question. At the beginning, urine filtrate is filtered out of the blood through a knot of capillaries called the glomerulus into an encapsulated space called the glomerular capsule. From there, the filtrate passes through a couple of tubes. The first is the proximal convoluted tubule where many of the things that were filtered out are reabsorbed back into the blood. Then the urine filtrate passes through the loop of Henle which primarily acts to reabsorb salt. This regulates our blood sodium levels and helps determine the concentration of our urine. Finally the urine filtrate passes through the distal convoluted tubule where even more refinement of the content of urine is performed. Finally, the urine will drain into a collecting duct which will drain into the calyces and eventually the ureters to the bladder.
the urethra transports urine from the bladder to the end of the penis.
the nephrons
What is the function of bowman capsule?
The Bowman's Capsule is part of a Nephron, which would be found in the Kidney. It's function is to collect the filtrate from the Glomerulus, passing it on to the Proximal Convoluted Tubules (PCT's); subsequently, to the rest of the Nephron.
How does a girl release urine?
Like any one through something gross ( you no what I mean to all girls)
How can a girl poop in woods i really need to know i need to try it at my next camp weird but true?
find a bush, pull pants down below knees, squat.
Why does blood get filtered by the kidneys?
Blood pressure promotes filtration of blood in the kidneys by, generally, being greater in pressure than blood colloid osmotic pressure and glomerular capsule pressure which produces a net filtration pressure of about 10 mm Hg. Net filtration pressure forces a large volume of fluid into the capsular space. When blood pressure increase or decreases slightly, changes in the diameters of the afferent and efferent arterioles can actually keep net filtration pressure steady to maintain normal glomerular filtration. Constriction of the afferent arteriole decreases blood flow into the glomerulus, which decreases net filtration pressure. Constriction of the efferent arteriole slows outflow of blood and increases net filtration pressure.
Can you live off of your own pee?
If you think about it, pee is the wastes your body is trying to get rid of, therefore i don't think you want to put them back in. If you think so, it is absolute hogwash!!
What is the wolf major organs?
Wolves, like other mammals, possess several major organs essential for their survival. Key organs include the heart, which pumps blood throughout the body; lungs, responsible for respiration; liver, which detoxifies substances and aids digestion; and kidneys, which filter waste from the blood. Additionally, wolves have a complex digestive system, including a stomach for breaking down food and intestines for nutrient absorption. Each organ plays a crucial role in maintaining the wolf's health and supporting its predatory lifestyle.
A voiding cystourethrogram or VCUG is a diagnostic X-ray which studies the bladder and urethra. This helps to determine the bladder capacity and to detect the abnormalities of the urethra.
Can woman and men pee together at the same time?
Yes, because the man has to pee like he usually does and women pee sitting down but like a boy, you have to stand up and aim you vagina properly to make the pee go into the toilet or else the pee is gonna be all over the floor!
Yes, it's normal to urinate about 4 ounces (approximately 120 milliliters) at a time, although this can vary based on factors like hydration, diet, and individual bladder capacity. On average, adults typically urinate between 800 to 2,000 milliliters per day. If you notice a significant change in your urination patterns or experience discomfort, it's a good idea to consult a healthcare professional.
Why urine doesn't normally contain glucose?
Glucose is too valuable to be lost in the urine, so it is selectively reabsorbed by active transport in the nephrons. There should be no glucose whatsoever in urine. Any trace of it is a possible sign of diabetes.
