Question

The amount of blood supplied to the kidneys is about
a) 20-25% of cardiac output
b) 25-30%of cardiac output
c) 30-35% of cardiac output
d) 35-40% of cardiac out put

Answer 1

The basic and most vital function of the circulatory system is to provide constant flow of oxygenated blood to the kidneys.

Despite being small in size they receive about “20-25% of cardiac output” for filtration. The proper functioning of kidneys is dependent on constant supply of fresh blood.

If there is any interruption in the flow of blood to the kidneys then it may result in tissue death and loss of functioning of the kidneys. So the correct answer is “ A”