Kidney Function and Blood Composition Quiz
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What is the purpose of having no urea in fresh dialysate?

To encourage diffusion from the blood.

Why are glucose and other useful molecules present in fresh dialysate?

To minimize their loss from the blood.

How does a hemodialysis treatment typically last?

About four hours.

What type of molecules can diffuse through the semi-permeable membrane in the Dialyser?

<p>Small particles like urea.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the saline solution in hemodialysis?

<p>To prevent excessive water loss which could lead to dehydration.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is a close match in blood and tissues important for a kidney transplant?

<p>To minimize the chance of rejection.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is the transplanted kidney typically grafted in a kidney transplant surgery?

<p>In the lower abdomen.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens if the match between the donor and recipient is not close enough in a kidney transplant?

<p>The recipient's immune system will react to the new kidney as it would to a pathogen.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the best long-term treatment for kidney failure?

<p>A transplant.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can donors provide kidneys for transplantation?

<p>By being either a deceased donor or a living donor.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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