GENERAL HISTOLOGY

EXCRETORY SYSTEM

EXCRETORY SYSTEM ALL QUESTIONS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which one of the following is NOT one of the functions of the kidneys?
A
produce hormones that assist in digestion
B
convert vitamin D from its inactive to its active form
C
regulate blood volume
D
dispose of metabolic waste products
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The correct option: Among the given option the one which is not a function of the kidney is B) storage of fat. The kidney is responsible for the secretion of excretory materials out of the body. These excretory chemicals may cause significant damage to the body’s cells if they are not removed properly.

Detailed explanation-2: -remove waste products from the body. remove drugs from the body. balance the body’s fluids. release hormones that regulate blood pressure.

Detailed explanation-3: -Remove wastes and extra fluid. Your kidneys act like a filter to remove wastes and extra fluid from your body. Control blood pressure. Your kidneys need pressure to work properly. Make red blood cells. Your kidneys make a hormone called erythropoietin. Keep bones healthy. Control pH Levels.

Detailed explanation-4: -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.

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