Chapter 26
Objectives
1. List all of the functions of the kidney.
2. State the location and anatomical features of the kidney as mentioned in class. (Include gross and micro-histological sections).
3. Compare and contrast cortical and juxtaglomerular nephrons.
4. Describe the three processes of urine formation.
5. Describe the mechanisms of GFR control.
6. List the substances filtered by the kidneys.
7. Compare and contrast obligatory and facultative reabsorbtion.
8. Diagram the secretion of hydrogen ions from the tubular cell.
9. Diagram the tubular buffers and describe their function.
10. Describe the characteristics of urine.
11. Describe the types and causes of renal calculi.
12. Calculate renal clearance.
13. Describe the processs of dialysis.
retroperitoneal
nephroptosis
nephron
mesangial cells
GFR
Counter-current multiplier
Extra corporeal shock wave lithotripsy
BUN