5 Questions
What is the primary function of diuretics?
Increase the secretion of urine by the kidneys
Which condition can cause retention of excess fluid (edema)?
Hypertension
What adverse effect is sometimes observed with diuretic treatment?
Hyperuricemia
What is the principal function of the kidneys in maintaining homeostasis?
Remove water, electrolytes, waste products, and drugs from the blood
Where does reabsorption and secretion occur along the renal tubule?
Renal epithelial cells
Test your knowledge about diuretics, a type of drug that increases the secretion of urine by the kidneys. Learn about their use in conditions like hypertension, heart failure, and kidney diseases.
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