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Renal physiology

Renal physiology

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 Renal physiology is the branch of physiology that focuses on the function of the kidneys, which play a critical role in maintaining homeostasis within the body. The kidneys regulate a variety of essential processes, including the filtration of blood, excretion of waste products, and the regulation of fluid balance, electrolytes, and acid-base levels.Ive GE Education
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    Renal physiology
    Oct 9 2024

    Renal physiology is the branch of physiology that focuses on the function of the kidneys, which play a critical role in maintaining homeostasis within the body. The kidneys regulate a variety of essential processes, including the filtration of blood, excretion of waste products, and the regulation of fluid balance, electrolytes, and acid-base levels.

    One of the key processes in renal physiology is the filtration of blood in the nephrons, the functional units of the kidney. This filtration process removes waste products, such as urea and creatinine, while allowing the body to reabsorb necessary substances like glucose, sodium, and water. The kidneys also produce hormones, such as erythropoietin, which stimulates red blood cell production, and renin, which helps regulate blood pressure. Overall, renal physiology is vital for understanding how the body maintains stable internal conditions despite changes in the environment.
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