Chapter 24.1, Problem 1WDT

Summary Introduction

Introduction: Foods that contain nitrogen containing compounds such as proteins are used by the cells to produce nitrogenous waste products. The urinary system removes these nitrogenous wastes from the blood. Thereby, it prevents accumulation of these products and avoids any associated complications. Kidney removes the nitrogenous waste such as urea, creatinine, and uric acid. It balances water and electrolytes, releases hormones such as renin, erythropoietin, and calciferol, regulates pH and blood pressure, and eliminates biologically active molecules such as drugs, and hormones.