BDS Notes

Physiology Of Body Fluids "What is the physiology of body fluids?" One of the major functions of the kidneys is to maintain the volume and composition of the body’s fluids constant despite wide variations in the daily intake of water and solutes. Physiology Of Body Fluids chapter, the volume, and composition of the body’s fluids are discussed to provide a background for … [Read more...] about Physiology Of Body Fluids

Physiology Of Diuretic Action "What is the physiology of diuretic action?" Diuretics, as the name implies, are drugs that cause an increase in urine output. It is important, however, to distinguish this diuresis from that which occurs after the ingestion of large volumes of water. In the latter case, the urine is primarily made up of water, and solute excretion is not … [Read more...] about Physiology Of Diuretic Action

Regulation Of Potassium Balance "What is the regulation of potassium balance?" Potassium, which is one of the most abundant cations in the body, is critical for many cell functions, including cell volume regulation, intracellular pH regulation, DNA and protein synthesis, growth, enzyme function, resting membrane potential, and cardiac and neuromuscular activity. Despite … [Read more...] about Regulation Of Potassium Balance

Structure And Function Of The Kidneys Structure and function are closely linked in the kidneys. Consequently, an appreciation of the gross anatomic and histologic features of the kidneys is a prerequisite for an understanding of their function. Structure Of The Kidneys Gross Anatomy The kidneys are paired organs that lie on the posterior wall of the abdomen behind the … [Read more...] about Structure And Function Of The Kidneys

Regulation Of Body Fluid Osmolality Regulation Of Water Balance As described, water constitutes approximately 60% of the healthy adult human body. Body water is divided into two compartments (i.e., intracellular fluid and extracellular fluid [ECF]), which are in osmotic equilibrium. "What is the regulation of body fluid osmolality?" Water intake into the body generally … [Read more...] about Regulation Of Body Fluid Osmolality Regulation Of Water Balance