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Renal Physiology
Author(s) -
Katie Wallace
Publication year - 2000
Publication title -
the journal of physiology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.802
H-Index - 240
eISSN - 1469-7793
pISSN - 0022-3751
DOI - 10.1111/j.1469-7793.2000.tb00223.x
Subject(s) - citation , computer science , information retrieval , world wide web
The major functions of the kidneys can be identified by knowledge of the pathological changes seen in renal failure. The kidney has important roles in salt and water, acid-base, electrolyte and calcium homeostasis. These functions are described, including the role of the countercurrent multiplier and exchange systems of the loop of Henle. Where relevant, clinical examples are used to demonstrate the multiple roles of the kidney.