TY - CHAP M1 - Book, Section TI - Regulatory Functions of the Kidney A1 - Rema, Elvis W. A2 - Freeman, Brian S. A2 - Berger, Jeffrey S. PY - 2014 T2 - Anesthesiology Core Review: Part One Basic Exam AB - The kidneys serve several essential regulatory roles. They are essential in the regulation of electrolytes, maintenance of acid-base balance, and regulation of blood pressure. They serve the body by filtering blood to remove wastes that are diverted to the urinary bladder for excretion. The kidneys excrete wastes such as urea and ammonium, and are also responsible for the reabsorption of water, glucose, and amino acids. Furthermore, the kidneys also produce hormones, including calcitriol, erythropoietin, and the enzyme renin. SN - PB - McGraw-Hill Education CY - New York, NY Y2 - 2024/03/29 UR - accessanesthesiology.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?aid=1102569958 ER -