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Describe the location of the hilus and its significance. Describe the functions of the nephron.
Name the structures of the nephron and describe their individual functions
Compare and contrast the renal cortex and renal medulla. Discuss the structures found in each.
Explain the difference between cortical nephrons and juxtamedullary nephrons.
Explain the differences in the two systems providing the blood supply to the nephron. How does their structure determine their role?
Name two specialized structures of the glomerular capillaries that contribute to the filtration of blood.
List the 4 segments of the nephron tubule.
What are the 3 processes involved in urine formation? Describe where they occur.
What is the norm value for the GFR? Discuss why maintenance of this value is important
List the 3 regulatory mechanisms of the GFR.
List 3 ways that the kidney acts as an endocrine organ.
Describe the action of ADH.
Describe the action of Aldosterone.
Define hyponatremia using blood values.