GENERAL HISTOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Q:The only purpose of the kidneys is to filter blood. True or False? A:False. The kidneys are a pair of bean-shaped organs, located just below the ribcage on either side of the spine.

Detailed explanation-2: -As well as filtering the blood, kidneys: make and regulate important hormones in the body that help to control blood pressure, red blood cell production and calcium uptake from the intestine. maintain body fluid at the correct levels for the body to function.

Detailed explanation-3: -Remove wastes and extra fluid Your kidneys act like a filter to remove wastes and extra fluid from your body. Your kidneys filter about 200 quarts of blood each day to make about 1 to 2 quarts of urine. The urine contains wastes and extra fluid. This prevents buildup of wastes and fluid to keep your body healthy.

Detailed explanation-4: -The kidneys remove waste and extra water from the blood (as urine) and help keep chemicals (such as sodium, potassium, and calcium) balanced in the body. The kidneys also make hormones that help control blood pressure and stimulate bone marrow to make red blood cells.

Detailed explanation-5: -remove waste products from the body. remove drugs from the body. balance the body’s fluids. release hormones that regulate blood pressure. produce an active form of vitamin D that promotes strong, healthy bones. control the production of red blood cells.