Question

Describe the functions of kidney ?

Answer 1

The kidneys are two bean-shaped organs that extract waste from blood, balance body fluids, form urine, and aid in other important functions of the body. They reside against the back muscles in the upper abdominal cavity. They sit opposite each other on either side of the spine.

Answer 2

hi mate,

=> we know the kidney is one of the organ of the human body and the kidneys perform many crucial functions,

including: maintaining overall fluid balance.

=> regulating and filtering minerals from blood. filtering waste materials from food, medications, and toxic substances.

=> we know that each kidney has a very complex structure and function.

they have two important functions namely: to flush out harmful and toxic waste products and to maintain balance of water, fluids, minerals and chemicals i.e., electrolytes such as sodium, potassium, etc.

=> Regulation of extracellular fluid volume. The kidneys work to ensure an adequate quantity of plasma to keep blood flowing to vital organs.

=>Regulation of osmolarity. ...

=>Regulation of ion concentrations. ...

=>Regulation of pH. ...

=>Excretion of wastes and toxins. ...

=>Production of hormones.

=>A – controlling ACID-base balance.

=>W – controlling WATER balance.

=>E – maintaining ELECTROLYTE balance.

=>T – removing TOXINS and waste

products from the body.

=>B – controlling BLOOD PRESSURE.

=>E – producing the hormone ERYTHROPOIETIN.

=>D – activating vitamin D.

i hope it helps you.