Genitourinary System eLearning Course

About this course

Healthcare and medical professions have their own vocabulary, a specialised language that allows for quick and efficient communication between its members while minimising potential misunderstandings. Whether you are new to the medical profession or need a refresher class, this medical terminology course will give you the boost you are looking for to further your career!

This online course provides a comprehensive look into the medical terminology used in relation to the Genitourinary System. Topics include the Anatomy of the urinary system and function, as well as the language used for all renal tests and procedures. A full A-Z of Disease and Disorder terms is also provided.

*This module can be purchased separately or as part of the complete Medical Terminology course, which includes all 17 chapters.

What you will learn:

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Name the structures of the genitourinary system and describe their location and function.
• Describe the process of glomerular filtration, tubular reabsorption, and tubular secretion.
• Recognise combining forms, prefixes, and suffixes that pertain to the genitourinary system.
• Identify symptoms of specified genitourinary system diseases and be able to interpret pathological conditions of the urinary tract.
• Name and define laboratory tests and clinical procedures used in the diagnosis and treatment of genitourinary system diseases.
• State the meaning of abbreviations that pertain to the genitourinary system.