12 Questions
What is the function of an artificial kidney?
To remove waste products from the blood through dialysis
What can happen if there is reduced activity in the kidneys?
Accumulation of poisonous wastes in the body
How does an artificial kidney function differ from a natural kidney?
Artificial kidneys involve reabsorption while natural kidneys do not
Why is it important to remove nitrogenous waste products from the blood?
To maintain body homeostasis
In a healthy adult, what is the approximate daily volume of initial filtrate in the kidneys?
180 litres per day
What is the function of dialysing fluid in an artificial kidney?
To aid in diffusion of waste products from blood
What can happen if there is reduced blood flow to the kidneys?
Reduction in kidney activity leading to accumulation of poisonous wastes
How does an artificial kidney remove waste products from the blood?
Through dialysis and diffusion
What is the purpose of the dialysing fluid in an artificial kidney?
To remove nitrogenous waste products from the blood
How does the function of an artificial kidney differ from a natural kidney?
No reabsorption involved in artificial kidney
What is the daily volume of initial filtrate in the kidneys of a healthy adult?
Approximately 180 liters
Why is it important to remove nitrogenous waste products from the blood?
Accumulation of these wastes can be harmful and even lead to death
Explore the importance of kidneys, factors that can reduce kidney activity, and the role of artificial kidneys in case of kidney failure. Learn how artificial kidneys work to remove nitrogenous waste products from the blood through dialysis.
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