Renal papilla
Renal Papilla
The Renal Papilla (pronounced: /rɪˈnæl pəˈpɪlə/) is a part of the kidney that plays a crucial role in the organ's function.
Etymology
The term "Renal Papilla" is derived from the Latin words 'Renalis' meaning 'kidney' and 'Papilla' meaning 'nipple' or 'small projection'.
Definition
The Renal Papilla is the apex of the renal pyramid, which points internally towards the renal pelvis. It is the location where the renal pyramids in the medulla empty urine into the calyces, which in turn, is transported to the renal pelvis and then to the ureter.
Function
The primary function of the Renal Papilla is to transport urine, produced by the kidney, into the calyces. From there, the urine is transported to the renal pelvis and then to the ureter, which carries the urine to the bladder for storage before it is excreted from the body.
Related Terms
- Renal Pyramid: The cone-shaped tissue mass in the kidney that ends in a Renal Papilla.
- Renal Pelvis: The funnel-shaped structure that collects urine from the Renal Papilla and directs it into the ureter.
- Calyces: The cup-like cavities that collect urine from the Renal Papilla.
- Ureter: The duct that carries urine from the kidney to the bladder.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Renal papilla
- Wikipedia's article - Renal papilla
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