BackUrinary and Male Reproductive System Anatomy
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The organ that filters blood to produce urine, removing waste and excess substances.
The outer region of the kidney where ultrafiltration occurs.
The inner region of the kidney containing the renal pyramids and nephron loops.
A cavity within the kidney that houses the renal pelvis, blood vessels, nerves, and fat.
The funnel-shaped structure that collects urine from the kidney and channels it to the ureter.
The blood vessel that carries oxygenated blood to the kidneys.
The blood vessel that carries filtered, deoxygenated blood away from the kidneys.
The tube that transports urine from the kidney to the urinary bladder.
A muscular sac that stores urine until it is expelled from the body.
The tube that carries urine from the bladder to the outside of the body.
The functional unit of the kidney responsible for filtering blood and forming urine.
The initial filtering component of the nephron, consisting of the glomerulus and glomerular capsule.
A cup-shaped structure surrounding the glomerulus that collects filtrate from blood.
A network of capillaries where blood filtration begins in the nephron.
The nephron segment where most reabsorption of water, ions, and nutrients occurs.
A U-shaped tube that concentrates urine by reabsorbing water and salts.
The nephron segment involved in selective reabsorption and secretion to regulate electrolyte balance.
The structure that collects urine from multiple nephrons and channels it to the renal pelvis.
The external pouch that houses and protects the testes.
The male reproductive organs that produce sperm and testosterone.
A coiled tube where sperm mature and are stored before ejaculation.
The tube that transports sperm from the epididymis to the urethra.
A gland that produces seminal fluid to nourish and transport sperm.
A gland that secretes fluid to enhance sperm motility and viability.