Endocrine function of the kidney/ Secretion of hormones by the kidneys Flashcards
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Endocrine function of the kidney/ Secretion of hormones by the kidneys - 1
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EPO
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Endocrine function of the kidney/ Secretion of hormones by the kidneys - 3
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VITAMIN D3
kidney converts cholecalciferol (inactive) into calcitriol (active) for calcium/ phosphate metabolism
calcitriol is regulated by PTH if calcium is too low
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Endocrine function of the kidney/ Secretion of hormones by the kidneys - 2
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RAAS system