What Is the Term for the Functional Unit of the Kidney

question 29

Multiple Choice

What is the term for the functional unit of the kidney?

• A) Glomerulus
• B) Ureter
• C) Renal pelvis
• D) Nephron

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Definitions:

Malignant Neoplasm

A malignant tumor capable of invading adjacent tissues and metastasizing to different areas of the body.

Right Ureter

The tube that carries urine from the right kidney to the bladder, part of the urinary tract system.

Bladder Cancer

A type of cancer that begins in the cells of the bladder, often characterized by blood in the urine and frequent urination.

Diagnosed Cancer

A condition where abnormal cells divide uncontrollably and destroy body tissue, confirmed by a medical professional through examination and tests.