Free CUA Urologic Anatomy & Physiology Questions and Answers

Question 1

What is the primary function of the kidneys?

Accepted Answer

To filter blood and form urine

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To produce digestive enzymes

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To regulate body temperature

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To produce hormones for growth

Question 2

Which structure connects the kidney to the bladder?

Accepted Answer

Ureter

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Urethra

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Renal artery

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Nephron

Question 3

What is the role of the bladder?

Accepted Answer

Stores urine

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Filters waste

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Produces urine

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Regulates blood pressure

Question 4

Which part of the nephron is responsible for filtration?

Accepted Answer

Glomerulus

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Loop of Henle

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Collecting duct

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Renal pelvis

Question 5

What hormone regulates water reabsorption in the kidneys?

Accepted Answer

Antidiuretic hormone (ADH)

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Aldosterone

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Insulin

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Cortisol

Question 6

Which structure controls the release of urine from the bladder?

Accepted Answer

Urethral sphincter

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Ureter

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Renal artery

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Detrusor muscle

Question 7

What is the function of the detrusor muscle?

Accepted Answer

Contracts to expel urine

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Stores urine

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Filters blood

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Controls urine flow

Question 8

Which part of the nephron reabsorbs most nutrients and water?

Accepted Answer

Proximal convoluted tubule

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Distal convoluted tubule

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Collecting duct

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Glomerulus

Question 9

What is the function of the renal pelvis?

Accepted Answer

Collects urine

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Filters blood

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Produces urine

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Controls water balance