Questions and Answers
What is the primary role of the glomerulus in the kidney?
Filtration of blood
Which hormone is NOT directly involved in kidney function?
Insulin
Which of the following is a common waste product filtered by the kidney?
Uric acid
In renal control of extracellular fluid volume, what is primarily regulated through reabsorption?
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Study Notes
Kidney Function and Regulation
- The primary role of the glomerulus in the kidney is to filter waste and excess fluids from the blood.
Hormones in Kidney Function
- Aldosterone is involved in kidney function, regulating electrolyte balance and blood pressure.
- ADH (Antidiuretic Hormone) is involved in kidney function, regulating water reabsorption.
Waste Products Filtered by the Kidney
- Urea is a common waste product filtered by the kidney.
Renal Control of Extracellular Fluid Volume
- Sodium is primarily regulated through reabsorption in the process of renal control of extracellular fluid volume.
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