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What hormone is primarily responsible for regulating female characteristics and reproductive functions?
What hormone is primarily responsible for regulating female characteristics and reproductive functions?
Which glands produce catecholamines to help the body cope with stress?
Which glands produce catecholamines to help the body cope with stress?
What is the condition that results from an excess of growth hormone after the closure of the epiphysis?
What is the condition that results from an excess of growth hormone after the closure of the epiphysis?
Which hormone is released by the parathyroid glands to regulate calcium levels?
Which hormone is released by the parathyroid glands to regulate calcium levels?
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What disorder is characterized by growth hormone deficiency in children leading to short stature?
What disorder is characterized by growth hormone deficiency in children leading to short stature?
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What is the primary function of the Growth Hormone produced by the anterior pituitary?
What is the primary function of the Growth Hormone produced by the anterior pituitary?
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Which hormone secreted by the posterior pituitary is responsible for controlling water loss by the kidneys?
Which hormone secreted by the posterior pituitary is responsible for controlling water loss by the kidneys?
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What is the primary role of the thyroid gland in the endocrine system?
What is the primary role of the thyroid gland in the endocrine system?
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Which hormones are responsible for controlling sexual function and the production of sex hormones?
Which hormones are responsible for controlling sexual function and the production of sex hormones?
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What is one of the main functions of the hypothalamus in the endocrine system?
What is one of the main functions of the hypothalamus in the endocrine system?
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What is the primary function of the kidney?
What is the primary function of the kidney?
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Which of the following is NOT an effect of renal failure?
Which of the following is NOT an effect of renal failure?
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What percentage of the body's nephrons are typically found in each kidney?
What percentage of the body's nephrons are typically found in each kidney?
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Which of the following glands is NOT part of the endocrine system?
Which of the following glands is NOT part of the endocrine system?
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What process allows for the movement of substances between cells in the nephron?
What process allows for the movement of substances between cells in the nephron?
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Which hormone primarily regulates calcium homeostasis within the body?
Which hormone primarily regulates calcium homeostasis within the body?
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Which of these functions is associated with the endocrine system?
Which of these functions is associated with the endocrine system?
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What does 'endo' in 'endocrine' signify?
What does 'endo' in 'endocrine' signify?
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Study Notes
Kidney Physiology
- Study of kidney function, including its role in homeostasis, endocrine functions, nephron structures, and common disorders.
Objectives
- Students will be able to describe kidney functions.
- Students will be able to list the endocrine functions of the kidney.
- Students will be able to describe basic nephron functions.
- Students will be able to outline calcium and phosphate homeostasis.
- Students will be able to describe manifestations of kidney disorders.
Kidney Functions
- Sodium balance: Regulates extracellular fluid volume and blood pressure.
- Plasma osmolality: Maintains the concentration of dissolved substances in the blood.
- Potassium balance: Keeps potassium levels in the blood stable.
- Calcium balance: Maintains calcium levels in the blood.
- Phosphorous balance: Maintains phosphorous levels in the blood.
- Glucose balance: Regulates glucose levels in the blood.
- Acid-base balance: Regulates the balance of acids and bases in the blood.
- Arterial O2 detection and content: Detecting and controlling the level of oxygen in the blood.
- Nitrogenous waste removal: Eliminates waste products, like urea and creatinine.
Kidney Macrostructure
- The kidney is composed of cortex and medulla
- Has renal artery, renal vein, renal hilum, minor calyx, major calyx, renal pelvis, pyramid, papilla, and renal column.
Nephron Structure
- The functional unit of the kidney is the nephron.
- Millions of nephrons are found in each kidney.
- Components include afferent arteriole, glomerulus, Bowman's capsule, proximal convoluted tubule, Henle's loop, distal convoluted tubule, and collecting duct.
- The nephron is essential for filtration, reabsorption and secretion.
Microscopic Images of the Kidney
- Glomerulus: Shows capillaries and important for filtration.
- Tubules: Shows the proximal and distal convoluted tubules.
- Proximal tubule cells: Contain microvilli, important for reabsorption.
Vascular Supply of the Kidney
- Kidneys receive 25% of cardiac output.
- Venous oxygen saturation is approximately 90%.
- Blood vessels include afferent and efferent arterioles, cortical-radial arteries, arcuate arteries, and interlobar arteries.
Basic Functions of the Nephron
- Filtration: Filtering of blood in the glomerulus.
- Reabsorption: Recovering of necessary substances from the filtrate.
- Secretion: Removing of waste products from the blood into the filtrate.
- Excretion: Removal of waste products via urine.
Processes Occurring in the Nephrons
- About 20% of the plasma is filtered in the glomerulus.
- Proteins are not filtered due to their size.
- Normal capillaries surrounding the tubules are in the peripheral region.
Water and Substances Handling by the Kidney
- Glomerular Filtration Rate (GFR) is ~125 mL/min (~180 L/day).
- About 1% of the filtrate is excreted in urine.
- About 99% of plasma entering the kidney returns to the systemic circulation.
- 20% of the volume filters, but 19% of fluid is reabsorbed.
- About 99.9% of water is reabsorbed in the tubules.
- About <1% volume is excreted.
Kidney and Vitamin D3
- Vitamin D3 is activated in the kidney by the enzyme 1α-hydroxylase.
- The production of 1,25(OH)2D3 plays a major role in the endocrine function of the kidney.
Kidney Disease
- Diabetic Nephropathy: A disease that often affects people with diabetes.
- Polycystic Kidney Disease: A genetic disorder causing numerous cysts in the kidneys.
Endocrine Functions of the Kidney
- Calcitriol: Activating vitamin D, essential for calcium and phosphate homeostasis.
- Erythropoietin: Important for red blood cell (RBC) stimulation.
Kidney Physiology Summary
- The kidney is responsible for several vital homeostatic functions while excreting waste products and maintaining fluid and electrolyte balance.
- The nephron is the functional unit performing crucial processes like filtration, reabsorption, and secretion.
- The processes involved are complex and carefully regulated by various hormones and systems to maintain water and electrolyte homeostasis, including calcium and phosphorus levels.
- Specific disorders can affect kidney function, resulting in various symptoms and the necessity of interventions like dialysis for severe cases.
Endocrine System
- Composed of glands secreting hormones regulating various bodily functions.
- Primarily includes hypothalamus, pituitary gland, thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal glands, pancreas, ovaries (females), testes (males), and the pineal gland.
Basic Information about the Endocrine System
- Hormones are chemical messengers influencing metabolism, tissue functions, growth & development, sexual function, reproduction, sleep, and mood.
- The word "endocrine" originates from Greek words "endo" meaning "within" and "crinis" meaning "to secrete."
Basic elements of the Endocrine System
- Hypothalamo-pituitary complex
- The thyroid
- Endocrine pancreas
- Calcium homeostasis
- Adrenal system
- Growth hormone axis
- Reproductive axis
Hypothalamus & Pituitary
- The hypothalamus regulates satiety, metabolism & body temperature; secretes hormones affecting pituitary gland function.
- The pituitary gland is the master gland and is connected to the hypothalamus. Its anterior lobe releases several critical hormones for growth and function of various other glands.
- Posterior lobe secretes hormones crucial for regulating water balance.
- Hypothalamic and pituitary hormones together help regulate body functions such as growth, water balance, reproduction, and stress responses.
Thyroid Gland
- Located in the neck.
- Produces thyroid hormones regulating metabolism, blood pressure, heart rate, bone growth, digestion, muscle tone, reproduction, and nervous system development in children.
Endocrine Pancreas
- Secretes insulin and glucagon regulating glucose levels in the blood.
Reproductive Glands
- Testes (males): Secrete androgens affecting many male characteristics (sexual development, facial & pubic hair growth, sperm production).
- Ovaries (females): Produce estrogen and progesterone controlling female characteristics and reproductive functions.
Adrenal Glands
- Located on top of each kidney.
- Adrenal cortex produces corticosteroids regulating metabolism, salt & water balance, the immune system and sexual function.
- Adrenal medulla produces catecholamines helping the body cope with stress (increasing heart rate & blood pressure).
Parathyroid Glands
- Located on the surface of the thyroid.
- Release parathyroid hormone regulating calcium levels in blood and bone metabolism.
Common Endocrine Disorders
- Various diseases impacting endocrine function, such as diabetes mellitus, thyroid disease, prolactinoma, acromegaly, Cushing's disease, and congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH), exhibiting different incidences (frequency).
Growth Hormone Abnormality
- Acromegaly - excess growth hormone after epiphyseal closure.
- Gigantism - excess growth hormone before epiphyseal closure.
- Dwarfism - growth hormone deficiency in children leading to short stature.
Thyroid Disorders
- Hyperthyroidism - excessive thyroid hormone production.
- Hypothyroidism - insufficient thyroid hormone production.
References
- Guyton & Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology
- Lippincott Illustrated Reviews Physiology
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This quiz explores the functions of the kidneys, focusing on their role in homeostasis, their endocrine functions, and the structure of nephrons. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of how the kidneys contribute to electrolyte and acid-base balance, as well as various common disorders. Prepare to test your knowledge on this essential body system.
