Kidneys Flashcards
1
Q
What do the kidneys produce?
A
Produces calcitriol, erythropoietin, and renin
2
Q
What is the function of calcitriol?
A
Helps maintain Ca homeostasis and is active when vitamin D is present
3
Q
What is the function of erythropoietin and renin?
A
Monitors blood pressure and volume
4
Q
When is erythropoietin released?
A
Is released when oxygen levels are low
5
Q
What do the kidneys do?
A
Increase oxygen transport
6
Q
When is renin released?
A
Released when blood pressure or volume are low
7
Q
What do the kidneys form?
A
Forms angiotensin II
8
Q
What is the function of angiotensin II?
A
Restricts water loss
9
Q
What is another function of the kidneys?
A
Stimulates thirst and raises blood pressure
