What do the kidneys do? (7 functions)
Functions of the kidneys 1 : waste removal
Functions of the kidneys 2: fluid balance
Functions of the kidneys 3: acid-base balance
Functions of the kidneys 4: renin and BP control
Functions of the kidneys 5: blood cell production and EPO
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