Match the following abnormal conditions with their descriptions.

-Inflammation of the glomeruli within the kidney
A)glomerulonephritis
B)interstitial nephritis
C)nephrolithiasis
D)nephrotic syndrome
E)polycystic kidney disease
F)pyelonephritis

Question

Match the following abnormal conditions with their descriptions.

-Inflammation of the glomeruli within the kidney
A)glomerulonephritis
B)interstitial nephritis
C)nephrolithiasis
D)nephrotic syndrome
E)polycystic kidney disease
F)pyelonephritis

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Glomerulonephritis is the inflammation of the glomeruli within the kidney.

Answer: B
 Interstitial nephritis is the inflammation of the connective tissue between the renal tubules within the kidney.

Answer: C
 Nephrolithiasis is the formation of kidney stones.

Answer: D
 Nephrotic syndrome is a condition where the glomeruli within the kidney are damaged, leading to excess protein in the urine, low protein in the blood, and edema.

Answer: E
 Polycystic kidney disease is a genetic disorder where multiple cysts form in the kidneys, leading to kidney failure.

Answer: F
 Pyelonephritis is a bacterial infection of the kidneys and urinary tract.

Match the Following Abnormal Conditions with Their Descriptions