The kidneys perform which of the following functions? select all that apply.

a) calcitriol synthesis
b) regulation of blood volume
c) regulation of blood gases
d) regulation of electrolyte balance
e) removal of metabolic waste
f) storage of iron and copper


a) calcitriol synthesis
b) regulation of blood volume
d) regulation of electrolyte balance
e) removal of metabolic waste

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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