How the kidneys maintain homeostasis

Regulating blood electrolyte composition by excreting excess ions into the urine
Regulating blood pH by excreting/conserving H+ or bicarbonate ions
Maintaining blood osmolality (osmotic pressure/concentration) by excreting excessive ions into the urine
Producing hormones: EPO, calcitriol, and produces the enzyme renin which leads to the production of angiotensin & aldosterone
Regulating blood glucose - only indirectly; can’t reabsorb excess glucose
Regulating blood volume by conserving or eliminating water
Regulating blood pressure (by regulating blood volume & by RAAS, ANP)
Excreting waste products: ammonia, urea

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	Created by Nirvana Bentley over 7 years ago