The Urinary System
Powerpoint Lecture
This Powerpoint lecture follows the production of urine, beginning with blood entering the kidneys through the renal artery, passing through the nephron, and eventually ending through the ureter, bladder, and urethra. Other functions of the kidneys, such as the regulation of blood production, are also discussed.
Essential concepts: Excretion, urine, kidneys, electrolytes, adrenal glands, nephron, glomerulus, ureter, bladder, urethra, kidney stones.
Instructor Resources: A complete test bank, answer keys, and lab guides are available at the subscription page.