Word Parts
What does the word part -pathy mean?
Disease
Which organ stores urine?
What is anuria?
What is cystitis?
What instrument does a cystoscopy use?
A cystoscope
What does the word part poly- mean?
Many, much
What is the function of the kidneys?
Filtering waste from the blood to form urine
What is nocturnal enuresis also known as?
Bed-wetting
What is nephropathy?
Disease of the kidneys
What is a toxicology?
A test of blood or urine to check for toxins or poisons
Is the urethra longer in males or females?
Males
What is urinary retention?
Inability to empty the bladder
What is cystolithiasis also known as?
Bladder stones
Catheters are used in what type of urine collection?
Sterile urine collection
What does the word part ren/o mean?
Kidney
What is urination also known as?
Voiding or micturition
If someone experiences pain while urinating, they most likely have ___
Urinary tract infections are more common in ___
Females
What is a renal angiogram?
X-ray examination of blood flow through the blood vessels in the kidneys
What does the word part azot/o mean?
Nitrogen
If someone takes a diuretic and their urine production is increased, they most likely have ___
Diuresis
What may nephrosclerosis lead to?
Renal ischemia
What is a retrograde pyelogram?
X-ray visualization of the renal pelvis, ureters, and bladder using a contrast agent