In this article we will discuss about the kidneys:- 1. Introduction to Kidney 2. Functions of Kidney 3. Urine Formation 4. Mechanism of Action of Diuretics 5. Renal Function Tests 6. Congenital Tubular Function Defects 7. Uremia 8. The Artificial Kidney 9. Hormones. Contents: Essay on the Introduction to Kidney Essay on the Functions of Kidney Essay on the Urine [...]
In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Composition of Urine 2. Constituents of Urine 3. Deposits. Composition of Urine: A. Volume: 1. A normal adult excretes daily from 1000 ml to 1800 ml of urine. The average is 1500 ml containing 60 gm. of solids. 2. The quantity depends on the water intake, external temperature, the diet and the [...]
Excretion in Animals, Humans and Plants! Chemical reactions occur in the cells of living organisms all the time to carry out the life processes. The sum of these reactions is called metabolism. Metabolism produces useful products as well as toxic (poisonous) by-products. These toxic substances have to be removed as they are harmful if allowed to accumulate. The removal of [...]