renal pelvis/ureter

renal pelvis and ureter

The upper tract of the renal system. The renal pelvis is the large cavity in the middle of each kidney. Urine drains from each kidney through a long tube called the ureter, into the bladder, where it is stored until it is passed from the body through the urethra.

Type Organ
Body System Urinary
Parent Structure anatomical cluster
Latin Name renal pelvis and ureter

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the renal pelvis/ureter?
The upper tract of the renal system. The renal pelvis is the large cavity in the middle of each kidney. Urine drains from each kidney through a long tube called the ureter, into the bladder, where it is stored until it is passed from the body through the urethra.
What body system is the renal pelvis/ureter part of?
The renal pelvis/ureter is part of the Urinary.
What is the Latin name for the renal pelvis/ureter?
The Latin name for the renal pelvis/ureter is renal pelvis and ureter.

Related Structures

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