Week 10 - Urinary System Flashcards
1
Q
What waste products does the kidney disposes in urine?
A
- nitrogenous wastes
- toxins
- drugs
- excess ions
2
Q
what are the kidneys’ regulatory functions?
A
- production of renin to maintain blood pressure
- production of erythropoietin to stimulate red blood cell production
- conversion of vitamin D to its active form