The Kidneys Function to Maintain Homeostasis in All of the Following

question 20

Multiple Choice

The kidneys function to maintain homeostasis in all of the following ways EXCEPT which one?

• A) regulating blood volume
• B) controlling salt balance in body fluids
• C) exchanging blood gases
• D) regulating blood pressure
• E) regulating vitamin D

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