Biol 473 theory questions - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Proximal convoluted tubule functions - reabsorption of water, ions, and organic nutrients Distal convoluted tubule functions - secretion of ions, acids, drugs, and toxins Henle's loop functions - reabsorption of water, sodium, and chloride Cardiac output in the kidney - 25% of cardiac output is filtered in the kidney Blood pressure - kidneys regulate blood pressure by maintaining salt and water balance Hyponatremia - overhydration, low salt concentration, increased blood pr...