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Structure Flashcards

1
Q

What are the most prominent function of the kidneys?

A

Removal of substances from plasma
Homeostasis
Hormone regulation

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What do we use kidney function to test for?

A

Renal Disease
Water balance
Acid-base disorders
Trauma
Head Injury
Surgery
Infectious Disease

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What are the two regions that we can split the kidney into?

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Outer Cortex
Inner Medulla

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What is a capillary tuft surrounded by an expanded renal tubule?

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Glomerulus
Bowman’s Capsule

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What is the purpose of the Glomerulus?

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Filters blood for the Nephron

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What is the main function of the Proximal Tubule?

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Reabsorption

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What is the primary role of the Loop of Henle?

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The passive absorption of Sodium and Chloride

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What is the primary role of the Distal Convoluted Tubule?

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Electrolyte and pH balance

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What is the primary role of the Collecting Duct?

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Collect the urine that drains from each Nephron

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