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Kidneys

11/23/2012

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There are two kidneys. Each is 4-6 ounces, 4.5 inches long, 2-3 inches broad, and 1 inch thick. About 400 gallons of blood flow through the kidneys each day.

Function
The kidneys serve several essential regulatory roles. They are essential in the urinary system and also serve homeostatic functions such as the regulation of electrolytes, maintenance of acid–base balance, and regulation of blood pressure (via maintaining salt and water balance). They serve the body as a natural filter of the blood, and remove wastes which are diverted to the urinary bladder. In producing urine, the kidneys excrete wastes such as urea and ammonium, and they are also responsible for the reabsorption of water, glucose, and amino acids. The kidneys also produce hormones including calcitriol, erythropoietin, and the enzyme renin.

Colour
Purplish and brown in Colour.

Shape
Like large kidney beans.

Location
The kidneys are located in the abdominal cavity, more specifically in the paravertebral gutter and lie in a retroperitoneal position at a slightly oblique angle. There are two, one on each side of the spine. The asymmetry within the abdominal cavity caused by the liver typically results in the right kidney being slightly lower than the left, and left kidney being located slightly more medial than the right.

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    This Document has been put together using information gathered from Wikipedias Patikulamanasikara page links found in the section “Objects of contemplation” or the website “The 32 Parts of the Body”.

    Photographs obtained from Google, Yahoo, or file images from research by myself & others in the past.

    As this is a work-in-progress information from different sources will be added as time allows, or becomes available, so please comment upon these posts.

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