Role of the kidneys in regulating water-electrolyte balance – Part 2

At the end of this activity, students should be able to:
– describe the structure of the loop of Henle and its role in the concentration of urine
– explain the principles of the counter-current multiplier system and counter-current exchange
– explain the role of ADH and aldosterone in the regulation of the volume and solute concentration of body fluids
– explain the role of the kidneys in the regulation of blood pH
– describe the regulation of water balance in humans
– describe the composition of urine and the urination reflex.