Renal and Body Fluids Physiology
Section outline
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Overall Description of the Course
This course provides an in-depth study of renal physiology and body fluid regulation. It covers the structure and function of the kidneys, the processes involved in renal filtration, reabsorption, and secretion, and the role of kidneys in maintaining homeostasis. The course also addresses fluid and electrolyte balance, acid-base regulation, and abnormalities of renal function.
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- Physiological anatomy of the renal system.
- Glomerular filtration.
- Tubular reabsorption and secretion.
- Renal blood flow.
- Body fluid and electrolyte balance.
- Micturition.
- Abnormalities of renal functions.
- Role of the kidney in body fluid homeostasis.
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On successful completion of this course, each student should be able to:
1.List several functions of the kidneys in addition to urine formation2.Describe the Physiologic Anatomy of the Renal System
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