Which of the following is the primary function of the kidney?
a. Metabolizing and excreting medications
b. Maintaining fluid and electrolyte balance
c. Storing and excreting urine
d. Filtering blood cells and proteins
B
The main purpose of the kidney is to maintain fluid and electrolyte balance by filtering waste products and regulating pressures. The kidneys filter the byproducts of medication metabolism. The bladder stores and excretes urine. The kidneys help to maintain red blood cell volume by producing erythropoietin.
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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