The importance of the kidneys is most clearly demonstrated in this
book. Topics covered includes: Kidney Structure and the Nephron, Glomerular
Filtration, Introduction to Homeostasis, Water Handling and Osmolality,
Introduction to Acid/Base, Respiratory Acidosis/Alkalosis, GFR and Clerance,
Sodium Handling and Volume Regulation, Metabolic Acidosis,Volume Status and
Sodium Balance, Metabolic Alkalosis, Potassium Handling, Stages of Chronic
Kidney Disease: Progression and Adaptation,Osmolality and Water Balance.
Author(s): Tufts
University
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