Kidney Functions and Homeostasis
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What is the primary function of the kidneys in maintaining homeostasis?

  • Storing fat-soluble vitamins
  • Producing insulin to manage glucose levels
  • Regulating blood volume and eliminating metabolic waste (correct)
  • Filtering only blood sugar levels

How do the kidneys contribute to the regulation of blood pressure?

  • By storing blood and releasing it when needed
  • Through the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (correct)
  • Through the absorption of glucose
  • By filtering excess fat from the bloodstream

Which hormone produced by the kidneys is crucial for red blood cell production?

  • Insulin
  • Adrenaline
  • Thyroxine
  • Erythropoietin (EPO) (correct)

Which balance is NOT maintained by the kidneys?

<p>Nutrient absorption balance (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role do the kidneys play in relation to calcium?

<p>They regulate calcium metabolism (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Kidney Functions

  • The kidneys are vital organs responsible for maintaining homeostasis in the human body.
  • They filter waste products from the blood, including metabolic byproducts like urea and creatinine.
  • The kidneys regulate water balance by adjusting urine output to maintain appropriate fluid levels in the body.
  • They maintain electrolyte balance, ensuring the correct levels of ions like sodium, potassium, and chloride in the blood.
  • The kidneys play a crucial role in maintaining acid-base balance, regulating blood pH by excreting excess acids or bases.
  • They produce and secrete hormones like erythropoietin (EPO), which stimulates red blood cell production.
  • They contribute to calcium and phosphate metabolism, regulating their levels in the blood.
  • The kidneys regulate blood pressure through the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system, influencing vasoconstriction and fluid retention.
  • They also play a role in glucose regulation by reabsorbing glucose from the blood.

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This quiz covers the critical functions of the kidneys in maintaining homeostasis in the human body. It explores their role in waste filtration, fluid balance, electrolyte regulation, and hormone production. Test your knowledge on how kidneys contribute to overall health and metabolic processes.

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