36 Questions
What is the function of healthy kidneys?
Remove waste products from the body
What are the first signs of kidney problems?
Decreased urine output
What are the two most common causes of kidney disease in the United States?
Diabetes and high blood pressure
What is the purpose of testing renal function?
To assess the functional capacity of the kidney
What is the normal range for serum creatinine in men?
0.8-1.3 mg/dl
What is the normal range for serum creatinine in women?
0.6-1 mg/dI
What is the major nitrogenous end product of protein and amino acid catabolism?
Urea
What is the best measure of glomerular function?
GFR
What is the normal GFR?
Approximately 125 mL/min
What is the reference interval for serum urea of healthy adults?
10-40 mg/dI
What is the cause of cloudiness in urine?
Excessive cellular material or protein
What is the purpose of producing an active form of vitamin D in the kidneys?
To promote strong, healthy bones
What is the function of kidneys?
Filter blood
What are the first signs of kidney problems?
Fatigue and confusion
What are the two most common causes of kidney disease?
Diabetes and high blood pressure
What is the normal color of urine?
Yellow
What can cause cloudiness in urine?
Crystallization of salts
What is the purpose of testing renal function?
To detect kidney damage early
What is the normal urine output per day?
1-2.5 L
What is the normal range for serum creatinine in men and women?
0.6-1.3 mg/dl in men and 0.8-1 mg/dl in women
What is the major nitrogenous end product of protein and amino acid catabolism, produced by the liver and distributed throughout intracellular and extracellular fluid?
Urea
What is the best measure of glomerular function?
GFR
What is the normal GFR?
125 mL/min
What is ESRD?
A kidney disease
The kidneys are located just above the rib cage.
False
Healthy kidneys filter about a half cup of blood every hour.
False
Kidneys remove waste products from the body.
True
Kidneys release hormones that regulate blood pressure.
True
Kidneys produce an inactive form of vitamin D.
False
Shortness of breath is a sign of kidney problems.
True
Cancer is the leading cause of kidney failure in the United States.
False
Urine examination is not a valuable test for the evaluation of renal functions.
False
Oliguria is a condition where urine output is less than 400ml/day.
True
Serum creatinine is a breakdown product of creatine phosphate in muscle.
True
A very high protein diet can cause decreased serum creatinine levels.
False
GFR is the best measure of glomerular function.
True
Test your knowledge about Kidney Disease with this informative quiz by Dr. Murtadha Kadhim. Learn about the functions of the kidneys, including filtering blood, removing waste products and drugs, balancing fluids, and regulating blood pressure. Discover the causes, symptoms, and treatments of kidney disease, and assess your understanding of this important topic.
Make Your Own Quizzes and Flashcards
Convert your notes into interactive study material.
Get started for free
