Which of the Following Is NOT a Function of the Kidneys

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a function of the kidneys

• A)to act directly on the interstitial fluid, the fluid that bathes the cells, to maintain constancy in its composition
• B)to contribute significantly to long-term regulation of arterial blood pressure by maintaining the proper plasma volume
• C)to excrete metabolic waste products
• D)to assist in maintaining the proper acid-base balance of the body

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