Anatomy and Terminology of the Kidneys and Related Structures

These flashcards cover key terms related to the anatomy and terminology of the kidneys, including definitions of prefixes and the functions of various structures.

Cystitis

Inflammation of the bladder.

Podocytes

Cells with foot-like extensions that form the filter near a glomerulus.

Retroperitoneal organs

Organs located behind the parietal peritoneum, including the kidneys.

Renal capsule

The connective tissue wrapping that surrounds the kidney.

Cyst-

A prefix meaning 'sac' or 'pouch.'

Pod-

A prefix meaning 'foot.'

Retro-

A prefix meaning 'back.'

Ren-

A prefix meaning 'kidney.'

Renal cortex

The outer region of the kidney.

Renal medulla

The part of the kidney that houses the renal pyramids.

Renal vein

Drains blood from the kidney.

Renal artery

Supplies the kidney with blood.

Ureter

Transports urine from the kidney to the urinary bladder.

Nephron

The microscopic functional unit of the kidney.