Laboratory Tests: Some Laboratory tests are carried out for detecting the problems of the urinary system and to how much extent the damage had occurred. The laboratory tests include: 1. Blood Urea Nitrogen 2. Creatinine Clearance Test Blood Urea Nitrogen: This test measures the amount of urea in the blood. When the kidney is diseased […]
Pathological Terminology of Kidneys: Glomerulonephritis: Glomerulonephritis is the inflammation of the kidney glomerulus. It is also known as Bright’s disease. Interstitial Nephritis: Interstitial Nephritis is the inflammation of the renal interstitium. Nephrolithiasis: Nephrolithiasis is the formation of stones in the kidneys (renal calculi). Nephrotic Syndrome: A group of symptoms caused by excessive protein loss in […]
Vocabulary of Urinary System: We come across some terms in Urinary System, we need to know the meaning of those terms for better understanding of the Urinary System: Term : Meaning Arteriole : A small artery Bowman’s Capsule : Bowman’s Capsule is a cup shaped capsule that surrounds each glomerulus Calix or Calyx : Calyx […]
What is meant by Urinalysis? Urinalysis is an examination of urine to determine the presence of abnormal elements which may indicate various pathological conditions. The following are some of the tests made in urinalysis: 1. Color: Testing the color of the urine. 2. pH: To test the chemical nature of the urine. The test indicates […]
Urinary Diseases and Disorders: Urinary diseases include mainly the diseases of the kidneys, ureter, urinary bladder and urethra. Components of the urinary system: The urinary system contains a pair of large excretory glands which are bean shaped kidneys, at the back of the abdomen in the lumbar region, two ureters, urinary bladder and urethra. Kidneys […]
Location of the Adrenal Glands: Adrenal glands are triangular glands that are located on the top of both kidneys. They rest like skull caps on the kidneys, secreting different hormones and have different functions. Parts and Functions of the Adrenal Gland and their Hormones 1. Adrenal Medulla The central internal portion of the adrenal gland […]