General Functions of the Kidney
General Functions of the Kidney
- Regulation of the water and electrolyte content of the body.
- Retention of substances vital to the body such as protein and glucose
- Maintenance of acid/base balance.
- Excretion of waste products, water soluble toxic substances and drugs.
- Endocrine functions
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