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Urethra

Definition (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Urethra)

In anatomy, the urethra is a tube that connects the urinary bladder to the genitals for the removal of fluids from the body. In males, the urethra travels through the penis, and carries semen as well as urine. In female placental mammals, the urethra is shorter and emerges above the vaginal opening. (Wikipedia)

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Urinary tract
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Approved Date
09-Apr-2013

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