What Does Uriniferous Mean?

uriniferous. / (ˌjʊərɪˈnɪfərəs) / adjective. conveying urine.

What is the main function of Uriniferous tubules?

The structural and functional unit of the kidney is the uriniferous tubule, commonly known as the kidney tubule. It receives impure blood from the renal artery and excretes wastes as urine. It also gives a wider surface area for salt and water reabsorption.

What makes up the Uriniferous tubule?

The uriniferous tubule is divided into the proximal tubule, the intermediate (thin) tubule, the distal tubule and the collecting duct. ... It describes the fine structure (light and electron microscopy) of the entire mammalian uriniferous tubule, mainly in rats, mice, and rabbits.