A-Level Biology OCR A
Blood Balance Kidneys Effects Urea Describe Failure Loss
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Describe 6 effects of kidney failure. |
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Effects of kidney failure:- Loss of electrolyte balance - body cannot excrete excess Na, K, Cl ions
- Build-up of toxic urea in blood - kidneys cannot remove urea - poisons cells
- High blood pressure - kidneys no longer able to maintain water balance of blood
- Weakened bones - calcium/phosphorus balance in blood is lost
- Pain and stiffness - abnormal protein buildup
- Anaemia - kidneys involved in production of hormone that stimulates RBC formation
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