Modified Mastering A&P with Pearson eText -- Standalone Access Card -- for Fundamentals of Anatomy & Physiology (11th Edition)
Modified Mastering A&P with Pearson eText -- Standalone Access Card -- for Fundamentals of Anatomy & Physiology (11th Edition)
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Author: Frederic H. Martini, Judi L. Nath, Edwin F. Bartholomew
Publisher: PEARSON
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The major functions of the urinary system.

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The most of the metabolic wastes produced by the cells of the body is removed by the urinary system. The urinary system consists of the urinary organs: paired kidneys, urinary tract, ureters and urethra.

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The urinary system includes the production, storing and elimination of urine. The major functions of the urinary system are as follow:

  • Excretion: The removal of metabolic waste products from body fluids.
  • Elimination: When the waste out from the body is discharged.
  • Homeostatic regulation: Regulating blood volume, blood pressure, regulation of plasma concentration of sodium, potassium, chloride and other ions, stabilizing pH of blood and so on.

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