Structure + function of kidneys Flashcards
1
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Renal processes of urine exretion
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2
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Functions of the kidney
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3
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Describe structure of glomerular filter + how this influences filtration of substances
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4
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Nephron is functional unit of the kidney
What are the 5 anatomical regions
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5
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Innervations of the kidney
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6
Q
Describe blood supply to the kidneys
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7
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2 types of nephrons
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8
Q
When does natural loss of nephrons occur
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9
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What are the macula densa cells?
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10
Q
What does filtration depend on?
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11
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What are mesangial cells?
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12
Q
Anatomy of the kidney
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13
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Hormones acting on kidney
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14
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Hormones produced by kidney
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