Excretory System Test Review
Test Date: Wednesday April 29
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4 main functions of the excretory system
Organs of the urinary system
o Name, explain and locate all organs
Explain what is happening to the detrusor and sphincter muscles when the bladder is filling and
emptying
Difference between male and female urinary systems
Explain both voluntary and involuntary response in urination
Parts of the kidney
o Name, explain their function, and locate all parts
Parts of the nephron
o Name, explain their function, and locate all parts
Explain the 3 parts of urine formation
o What parts of the nephron involved
o Where each takes place
Explain 3 parts of water reabsorption
What is ADH and how it affects urine/body
What are diuretics
o List examples
o Side effects
o Explain how alcohol can cause dehydration
Explain 3 mechanisms of maintaining pH level
Know details of 3 different disorders of the kidneys
o Briefly describe disorder
o How does it affect the kidney
o List other symptoms
o List causes
o List different treatments
What are the 3 different requirements for a kidney transplant
What are the pro’s and con’s of organ transplants
o Are there any ethical issues
o Be prepared to take a stance on your opinions (and be able to defend)
Hemodialysis (if we get to this on Thursday)
o Briefly explain how it works