5 Functions Of Kidney Flashcards
1
Q
What are the 5 functions
A
Removal of urea
Regulation of water levels
Ultrafiltration
Reabsorption
Osmoregulation
2
Q
What is meant by removal of urea
A
Kidneys remove urea from the blood through the nephrons and is then excreted in urine
3
Q
Regulation of water levels
A
Nephrons reabsorption as much water as is needed for body to maintain balance and excess excreted
4
Q
Ultrafiltration
A
Process by which salt water urea and glucose is extracted from blood
5
Q
Reabsorption
A
What is needed is absorbed again
6
Q
Osmoregulation
A
Process that regulates water balance and maintains homeostasis
