• List the main functions of the renal system

3 main titles of function

1- they filter and excrete (toxic metabolites are excreted via urine)

2- they regulate key homeostatic systems (fluid electrolites acid-base)

3- they produce hormones involved in 3 things

Calcium metabolism

erythrogenesis

regulation of blood pressure and flow

• Describe (and be able to draw) the structure of the nephron

there are two different types of nephrons

Superficial (cortical) nephrons (90%)

Juxtamedullary nephrons (10%)

Superficial cortical nephrons (90%)