The urinary system
The urinary system is a group of organs responsible for the elimination of bodily waste among other important functions. Below is a brief introduction to the system, and its main components.
The urinary system in brief
The main purpose of the urinary system, also known as the urinary tract, is to eliminate waste from the body through the excretion of urine. The system also handles other important functions such as the regulation of blood pressure and volume, controlling of electrolyte and metabolite levels and regulation of blood acidity. If you experience problems passing urine or symptoms of urinary tract obstructions, you should always consult your doctor for a medical examination.
NB! Please note that the information on this site is meant as a general introduction to the urinary system and should not be considered exhaustive or complete.
The ureters are two tubes made of smooth muscle fibers connecting the kidneys to the urinary bladder.
The urinary bladder is a hollow organ made of stretchable muscular fibers positioned just above the pubic bone.
The prostate, which is only present in the male body, is a walnut-sized gland situated between the bladder and the penis.
