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Which hormone is produced by the kidney to regulate red blood cell production?
Which hormone is produced by the kidney to regulate red blood cell production?
What is the primary function of the kidney?
What is the primary function of the kidney?
What is the functional unit of the kidney responsible for filtering blood and producing urine?
What is the functional unit of the kidney responsible for filtering blood and producing urine?
Study Notes
Kidney Function and Structure
- Erythropoietin (EPO) is a hormone produced by the kidney to stimulate the production of red blood cells.
- The primary function of the kidney is to filter waste and excess fluids from the blood and regulate electrolyte levels.
- The functional unit of the kidney responsible for filtering blood and producing urine is the nephron.
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Test your knowledge of the kidney's function with this quick quiz. Challenge yourself to identify the primary function of the kidney, the hormone it produces to regulate red blood cell production, and the functional unit responsible for filtering blood and producing urine.
