Urogenital tract

Urogenital Tract

The Urogenital Tract (pronounced: yoo-roh-JEN-i-tl trakt) is a term used in Anatomy to describe the system of organs involved in the elimination of waste and the process of reproduction in the human body. The term is derived from the combination of the words "uro" which refers to urine, and "genital" which refers to the reproductive system.

Etymology

The term "Urogenital Tract" is a combination of two words. "Uro" is derived from the Greek word "ouron" which means urine, and "genital" is derived from the Latin word "genitalis" which means relating to generation or birth.

Structure

The Urogenital Tract is divided into two systems: the Urinary System and the Reproductive System.

The Urinary System consists of the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra. These organs work together to remove waste from the body in the form of urine.

The Reproductive System varies between males and females. In males, it includes the testes, vas deferens, prostate gland, seminal vesicles, and penis. In females, it includes the ovaries, fallopian tubes, uterus, and vagina.

Function

The primary function of the Urogenital Tract is to eliminate waste from the body and to facilitate reproduction. The Urinary System filters blood to remove waste products and excess substances, producing urine which is then excreted from the body. The Reproductive System is responsible for the production of sex cells (sperm in males and eggs in females) and the facilitation of fertilization and development of a fetus in females.

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External links

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Urogenital tract