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The role of the urinary system is to cleanse the blood. Arterial blood is filtered through the kidneys and returned to the circulation. Learn more about how the urinary system monitors the concentration of salts and other necessary nutrients.

Featured Article:  Urination

This animation traces the full process of urine formation and re-absorption in the kidneys its path down the urethra to the bladder and its excretion through the urethra. See more »

Kidney Stones

The appearance of a kidney stone can be an extremely painful medical condition. This animation shows how they are formed, the path they take out of the body, and the complications that can necessitate medical treatment.

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Urination

This animation traces the full process of urine formation and re-absorption in the kidneys its path down the urethra to the bladder and its excretion through the urethra.

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