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What are the functions of a healthy kidney? - Ans Removal of waste products (creatinine, urea, and uric acid). Regulate fluid, acid base, and electrolytes. What are the anatomical structures of the urinary system in order of urine flow? - Ans (2) Kidneys (2) Ureters (1) Bladder (1) Urethra Which of the functions of healthy kidneys are replaced by dialysis? - Ans Removal of waste products, and Regulation of fluid balance What is the function of renin? - Ans hormone produced by the kidneys with important effects on regulation of the blood pressure, and on sodium, and potassium balance What is homeostasis? - Ans Steady internal state of equilibrium in the body. Intracellular - Ans Inside the cells Intravascular - Ans inside the blood vessels Extracellular - Ans outside the cells Interstitial - Ans between the cells What are the body fluid compartments? - Ans Intracellular, Extracellular, Intravascular, Interstitial