The main task of the kidney is to control water and electrolyte metabolism, to save and reabsorb several essential metabolites from the primary urine, and to excrete toxic metabolites. The kidneys are also active endocrine organs and produce several hormones to regulate miscellaneous functions, for example, systemic hemodynamics, erythropoiesis, and mineral metabolism.

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Kidney: Overview

  • Markus Rinschen,
  • Linus Völker,
  • Paul Brinkkötter

摘要

The main task of the kidney is to control water and electrolyte metabolism, to save and reabsorb several essential metabolites from the primary urine, and to excrete toxic metabolites. The kidneys are also active endocrine organs and produce several hormones to regulate miscellaneous functions, for example, systemic hemodynamics, erythropoiesis, and mineral metabolism.