Basic information about kidneys
Dialysis
100
How many kidneys are there in the human body ?
two
100
what is the basic function of a kidney dialysis?
To get rid of waste and unwanted water from the blood.
200
The most important funtion of the kidney is the R____ of W____
removal of waste
200
How many types of kidney dialysis procedures are there?
two
300
They also assist in _____ of body. *Hint- Mr. adzic's favourite scientific word.
homeostasis
300
3 causes for K.D
Diabetes high blood pressure Inflammation of the kidney (glomerulonephritis) Long-term exposure to lead, solvents and fuels Systemic lupus erythematosus - body's own immune system attacks the kidneys Polycystic kidney disease - inherited Physical injury, such as a heavy blow to the kidney Kidney infection (pyelonephritis) Over consumption of some medications Unborn baby does not normally developing kidneys
400
They also maintain a persons B**** P*******.
blood pressure.
400
What are the two types of K.D
Hemodialysis and Peritoneal dialysis
500
When blood pressure becomes low, the kidneys release an enzyme called_____.
renin.
500
what are the two types of Peritoneal dialysis?
Continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis (CAPD) & Continuous cyclic peritoneal dialysis (CCPD)
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