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Which of the following describe the function of the kidneys? Select all that apply.

A.

Eliminating urine

B.

Activation of vitamin B12

C.

Regulation of acid-base balance

D.

Production of erythropoietin

E.

Regulation of blood pressure

Answer and Explanation

Correct Answer : A,C,D,E

A.    The primary function of the kidneys is to filter blood and eliminate waste products as urine.
B.    Vitamin B12 activation primarily occurs in the liver, not the kidneys.

C.    The kidneys help regulate the body's acid-base balance by excreting or conserving bicarbonate ions and hydrogen ions.
D.    The kidneys produce erythropoietin, a hormone that stimulates the production of red blood cells in the bone marrow.
E.    The kidneys play a key role in regulating blood pressure by adjusting the volume of blood and the balance of electrolytes in the body. They also produce hormones such as renin, which helps regulate blood pressure.


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