Introduction Definition of Tubular Secretion: The nephrons in the kidneys are responsible for monitoring and extracting harmful materials from the blood that are no longer needed in the body; instead, if these waste substances are retained in the body, they will begin to cause pathological disturbance in the body. Tubular secretion is one of the …
Overview: An abscess can be defined as the accumulation of puss which form within a tissue in any region of the body. Puss is a secretion, usually whitish-yellow, manufactured and released from the inflamed tissues in contact with bacterial or fungal infections. The accumulation of puss within the capsule is termed an abscess. Kidney abscess …
UNDERSTANDING KIDNEY ATROPHY: Our kidneys are like the body’s natural filters, working tirelessly to remove waste and excess fluids. These bean-shaped organs are on both sides of the backbone, below the ribs. Kidneys play an essential role in maintaining the body’s homeostasis. However, there are various events when our kidneys might face challenges, such as …
OVERVIEW: The Glomerular Filtration Membrane consists of three layers of membranes that work simultaneously to perform blood filtration at the glomerulus level, which helps in the flow of solvents in blood along with small solutes. At the same time, it is responsible for inhibiting the flow of large plasma proteins through it. Glomerular Filtration Membrane …