ANATOMY

GENERAL ANATOMY

URINARY SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which is NOT a function of the kidneys?
A
Production/release of calcitriol and erythropoietin
B
Regulation of blood composition and pH
C
Storage of urine
D
Regulation of blood volume and pressure
E
Maintenance of blood osmolarity
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The correct option: Among the given option the one which is not a function of the kidney is B) storage of fat. The kidney is responsible for the secretion of excretory materials out of the body. These excretory chemicals may cause significant damage to the body’s cells if they are not removed properly.

Detailed explanation-2: -The kidneys, ureters, bladder and urethra make up the urinary system. They all work together to filter, store and remove liquid waste from your body. Here’s what each organ does: Kidneys: These organs work constantly.

Detailed explanation-3: -Answer and Explanation: The physiological function that is not a function of the urinary system is C. Gas exchange.

Detailed explanation-4: -Bladder. This triangle-shaped, hollow organ is located in the lower abdomen. It is held in place by ligaments that are attached to other organs and the pelvic bones. The bladder’s walls relax and expand to store urine, and contract and flatten to empty urine through the urethra.

Detailed explanation-5: -The kidneys are powerful chemical factories that perform the following functions: remove waste products from the body. remove drugs from the body. balance the body’s fluids.

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