Kidney

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What is the function of the Ureter?

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The ureter is a tube that carries urine from the kidney to the bladder.

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What is the Renal Pelvis?

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The renal pelvis is the funnel-shaped structure in the kidney that collects urine from the renal calyces and channels it into the ureter.

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What is the Renal Cortex?

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The renal cortex is the outer part of the kidney where the filtration of blood occurs.

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What are Renal Pyramids?

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Renal pyramids are cone-shaped tissues in the kidney that contain the nephrons, which are responsible for urine production.

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What does Glycosuria mean?

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Glycosuria is the presence of glucose in the urine, often indicating diabetes.

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What is Urochrome?

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Urochrome is the pigment that gives urine its yellow color.

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What is Hematuria?

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Hematuria is the presence of blood in the urine, which can indicate various medical conditions.

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What is Anuria?

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Anuria is the absence of urine production, often a sign of kidney failure.

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What is Polyuria?

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Polyuria is the condition of producing an abnormally large volume of urine.

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What is the Major Calyx?

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The major calyx is a large cavity in the kidney that collects urine from the minor calyces.