Summary Renal Function Study Notes
FUNCTIONS OF THE KIDNEY 1.Excretion of metabolic waste products e.g. urea and creatinine and drugs 2.Acid:base balance 3.Maintenance of normal electrolyte levels 4.Endocrine function – erythropoietin production 5.Hydroxylation of Vitamin D to its active form 6.Maintenance of stable blood pressure 7.Maintenance of normal plasma osmolality 8.Gluconeogenesis
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