Definition
Kidneys are the basic filtration unit of the body to filter the blood.
- Kidneys contain nephrons as functional unit.
- One kidney almost contains 1 Million Nephrons.
Function of kidneys
- Brings equilibrium to the body
- Regulates osmoregulation
- Secretes hormones (Renin-Angiotensin)
- Maintains the pH level of the body
- Removes toxins (Nitrogeneous Waste)
Kidneys regularly filters almost 180-190L of blood (initial filtrate) and produces only 1-2L of urine.
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What is a kidney? ? Kidneys are the basic filtration unit of the body to filter the blood.
- Kidneys contain nephrons as functional unit.
- One kidney almost contains 1 Million Nephrons.
What are the functions of kidneys? ?
- Brings equilibrium to the body
- Regulates osmoregulation
- Secretes hormones (Renin-Angiotensin)
- Maintains the pH level of the body
- Removes toxins (Nitrogeneous Waste)
Kidneys regularly filters almost {{180-190L}} of blood (initial filtrate) and produces only {{1-2L}} of urine.
What is initial filtrate in kidneys?;;The total amount of blood passed through the kidneys to filter regularly is 180-190L.