Section outline

  • Urinary

    The urinary system is a vital physiological system responsible for filtering blood, removing waste, regulating fluid and electrolyte balance, and maintaining homeostasis in the body. Understanding its anatomy (kidneys, ureters, bladder, urethra) and physiology (filtration, reabsorption, hormonal control) is essential for grasping how our body maintains the balance.

    2.1 Topic Learning Outcomes 

    By the end of this lesson, you should be able to:

    2.1.1 Describe the main organs and functions of urinary system
    2.1.2 Explain the basic physiological process of urinary system
    2.1.3 Explain the process of urine formation

    2.2 List of Subtopics
    2.2.1 Main Organs of Urinary System
    2.2.2 Main Functions of Urinary System
    2.2.3 Structure of the Kidney
    2.2.4 Nephron
    2.2.5 Urine Formation
    2.2.6 Evaluation of Kidney Function
    2.2.7 Ureters
    2.2.8 Urinary Bladder
    2.2.9 Urethra
    2.2.10 Micturition

    2.3 Video Lecture
    Watch the video assigned for this topic: The Urinary System


    (Duration: 10:10 mins)

    • 2.4 Lecture Slide File

      For further details, consult the accompanying lecture slides and recommended readings

    • 2.5 Tutorial 1 : Label That Urinary! Interactive Content

      Instruction: Drag each label from the box and drop it onto the correct part of the urinary system

    • 2.5 Tutorial 2 : Get To Know Your Kidney! Interactive Content

      Instruction: Drag each label from the box and drop it onto the correct part of the kidney

    • 2.5 Tutorial 3 : It's Nephron Time! Interactive Content

      Instruction: Drag each label from the box and drop it onto the correct part of the nephron

    • 2.6 Online Group Discussion Forum
      Topic: Urinary System

      Objective: Collaborate in small groups to discuss key questions about urinary system, ensuring clear explanations and respectful dialogue.

      Instruction: Divide among yourself into groups. Discuss within your group members based on the following questions. Aim for clear, concise answers with examples, where needed.

      1. Compare the functions of the proximal convoluted tubule and distal convoluted tubule.
      2. Why might a dehydrated person have darker, more concentrated urine?
      3. "Drinking more water always improves kidney function."