Chapter 11.5, Problem 2LO

Summary Introduction

To explain:

The way hemodialysis can help restore homeostasis of the blood in the event of kidney failure.

Introduction:

The method of hemodialysis maintains and regulates the homeostasis of blood during kidney failure. This method uses an artificial kidney machine or a continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis (CAPD). It involves the movement of the molecules through the semi-permeable membrane. The pores of the membrane are small and only small size particles can pass through the membrane. The movement of ions causes the exchange of ions across the concentration gradient from a side of higher concentration gradient to the side of lower concentration gradient in the blood.