The urinary system actually has six main organs, not seven. The urinary tract includes the following:
Organs of the Urinary System
Here is a breakdown of the organs involved in the urinary system:
| Organ | Count | Description |
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| Kidneys | 2 | Two bean-shaped organs, each about the size of a fist, located just below the rib cage on each side of the spine. |
| Ureters | 2 | Tubes that carry urine from the kidneys to the bladder. |
| Bladder | 1 | A sac-like organ that stores urine before it is expelled from the body. |
| Urethra | 1 | The tube that carries urine from the bladder out of the body. |
These six organs work together to produce, store, and eliminate urine, which is essential for removing waste products and maintaining the body's fluid balance.
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Kidneys: These are the main filtering organs of the urinary system. They filter waste products from the blood to create urine. As the reference mentions, there are two kidneys located below your rib cage.
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Ureters: These are two thin tubes that transport urine from each kidney to the bladder.
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Bladder: This organ is responsible for holding urine until it is ready to be expelled from the body. It expands to store urine and contracts to empty.
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Urethra: This is the final tube through which urine exits the body.
The urinary system is vital for maintaining overall health.
