Major Functions of Kidney

Excretory

  • Maintains plasma osmology
  • Maintains plasma pH
  • Maintain the plasma concentration of electrolytes
  • Excretes nitrogenous end products of protein metabolism

Nonexcretory

  • Produces renin
  • Produces erythropoietin
  • Metabolizes vitamin D
  • Degrades insulin
  • Produces prostaglandin
Read More