The Two Main Functions of the Renal System Are

question 19

Multiple Choice

The two main functions of the renal system are:

• A) maintaining pH balance and blood volume.
• B) maintaining blood glucose and clearing dead blood cells.
• C) maintaining blood volume with proper pH, and retaining glucose and excreting urea.
• D) maintaining hematocrit levels with the proper creatine balance, and activation of the RAAS.

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