Antr 350 1st edition Lecture 39Outline of Last Lecture I. Abdominal cavity organizationII. Divisions of the peritoneal cavityOutline of Current Lecture II. Terminology III. Functions of urinary systemCurrent Lecture-terminology-Urology:-the branch of medicine that deals with the male and female urinary system, and the male reproductive system-Gynecology:- the study and treatment of the diseases of the female reproductive system, including the breasts; wheraas, -Obstetrics: - deals with the care of women during and after pregnancy.-Andrology:-the study of male reproductive health.-Nephrology—the branch of medicine that deals with the structure, function, and diseases of thekidneys-Nephritis—inflammation of the kidneys-functions of the urinary system-Responsible for water and electrolyte balance, which helps to regulate blood volume, pressure, and composition, and maintain a normal acid-base balance (“pH”)-Excretion of toxic compounds (nitrogenous wastes like urea and creatinine) and various drugs (e.g. penicillin)-Reabsorption of important nutrients (glucose, amino acids) for reuse-Stimulation of RBC production by secretion of erythropoietin-Conversion of vitamin D to its active formThese notes represent a detailed interpretation of the professor’s lecture. GradeBuddy is best used as a supplement to your own notes, not as a substitute.-Production of urine as a result of the above
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