Questions and Answers
What is the primary mechanism by which the kidneys regulate blood pressure?
Renin-angiotensin system
Which of the following hormones is NOT produced by the kidneys?
Insulin
What is the primary function of gluconeogenesis in the kidneys?
Produce glucose from non-carbohydrate sources
Which of the following is a byproduct of the filtration process in the kidneys?
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Which of the following is NOT a function of the kidneys?
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Study Notes
Kidney Functions
- The kidneys filter waste products, such as urea and creatinine, and excess fluids from the blood through the process of filtration.
- The kidneys maintain electrolyte balance by regulating the levels of sodium and potassium in the body.
- The kidneys control blood pressure through the renin-angiotensin system, a complex process that helps to regulate blood pressure.
- The kidneys regulate acid-base balance, maintaining the body's pH levels.
- The kidneys produce erythropoietin, a hormone that stimulates the production of red blood cells.
- The kidneys produce calcitriol, the active form of vitamin D, which is essential for bone health.
- The kidneys remove drugs from the body, helping to maintain overall health.
- The kidneys also produce glucose through the process of gluconeogenesis, helping to regulate blood sugar levels.
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