Nephron Strucutre and Function Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Type 1 DM - ANSWER-autoimmune dysfunction involving the destruction of b cells, which produce insulin in the pancreas. . Usually occurs at a young age w/ no successful interventions to prevent. Type 2 DM - ANSWER-progressive condition due to inability of cells to respond to insulin (insulin resistance) and decreased production of insulin by the b cells. most often occurs later in life due to obesity, inactivity, and heredity. 3 P's of diabetes - ANSWER-polyuria (excessive urinating), poly...

Text document and detailed visual diagram about both the structure and function of the Nephron and Kidney. Suitable for Level 3 BTEC learning.