Explain briefly,micturition and disorders of the excretory system.

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(N/A) Micturition: The process of release of urine is called micturition. The urinary bladder stores urine until a voluntary signal is given by the $CNS$ (Central Nervous System). As the bladder fills,stretch receptors on its walls send signals to the $CNS$. The $CNS$ then sends motor messages to initiate the contraction of the smooth muscles of the bladder and the simultaneous relaxation of the urethral sphincter,causing the release of urine.
Disorders of the Excretory System:
$1$. Uremia: Presence of excessive urea in the blood,often caused by kidney malfunction or infection in the uriniferous tubules.
$2$. Renal Failure: Malfunctioning of the kidneys leading to the inability to excrete waste properly. It can be treated by hemodialysis,where an artificial kidney (haemodialyzer) filters the blood using a cellophane membrane and a dialyzing fluid.
$3$. Kidney Stones: Insoluble masses of crystallized salts (like oxalates) formed within the kidney,which can obstruct the urinary tract and cause acute pain.
$4$. Nephritis: Inflammation of the renal pelvis,interstitial tissues,and calyces,typically caused by bacterial infection. Symptoms include a burning sensation during urination,back pain,and increased frequency of urination.

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Match the excretory functions of Section $I$ with the parts of the excretory system in Section $II$. Choose the correct combinations from among the answers given:
Section $I$Section $II$
$(i)$ Ultrafiltration$(a)$ Henle's loop
$(ii)$ Concentration of urine$(b)$ Ureter
$(iii)$ Transport of urine$(c)$ Urinary bladder
$(iv)$ Storage of urine$(d)$ Malpighian corpuscles
$(e)$ Proximal convoluted tubules

Complete the following:
$(a)$ Urinary excretion = tubular reabsorption + tubular secretion -..........
$(b)$ Dialysis fluid = Plasma -..........

$A$: Pregnant women may show some presence of glucose in their post-prandial urine although they have no diabetes.
$R$: In pregnant women,the glomerular filtration rate $(GFR)$ is slightly increased. As a result,the tubular load of glucose exceeds the tubular maximum for glucose reabsorption.

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Which one of the following body functions is not performed by kidneys?

Find the incorrect option regarding the mechanism of urine formation in humans.

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