Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS) Practice Exam

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Which structure carries urine from the bladder to the outside of the body?

Renal pyramid
Ureter
Urethra
Vas deferens

The correct answer is: Urethra

The urethra is the structure responsible for carrying urine from the bladder to the outside of the body. It plays a critical role in the urinary system by serving as a conduit through which urine is expelled during urination. The urethra varies in length and structure between males and females, being shorter in females and longer in males, where it also serves additional functions related to the reproductive system. This function is distinct from that of the other structures mentioned. The renal pyramid is involved in the renal medulla of the kidney, where urine is processed before it enters the renal pelvis. The ureter transports urine from the kidneys to the bladder but does not facilitate the removal of urine from the body. The vas deferens is a component of the male reproductive system that carries sperm, not urine. Thus, the urethra is specifically designed for the elimination of urine, making it the correct answer.