ANATOMY

GENERAL ANATOMY

URINARY SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which term means the increased excretion of urine?
A
anuria
B
diuresis
C
dysuria
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The term water diuresis refers to increased urine flow caused by decreased reabsorption of solute-free water in the collecting ducts (e.g., polyuria associated with psychogenic polydipsia or diabetes insipidus).

Detailed explanation-2: -Listen to pronunciation. (DY-yoo-REE-sis) An increase in the amount of urine made by the kidney and passed from the body.

Detailed explanation-3: -Polyuria (Excessive Urine Production)

Detailed explanation-4: -Diuresis is a condition in which the kidneys filter too much bodily fluid. That increases your urine production and the frequency with which you need to use the bathroom. Most adults will urinate about four to six times a day, with average output between 3 cups and 3 quarts of urine.

Detailed explanation-5: -Thiazide. Loop. Potassium sparing.

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