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Function of the renal system
Filters blood, removes waste products and produces urine
Main function of the kidneys
Filter blood and produce urine
Function of the nephron
Filters blood and forms urine
Glomerulus
Network of capillaries where blood filtration occurs
Bowman's capsule
Collects the filtrate from the glomerulus
Proximal convoluted tubule
Reabsorbs most water, glucose, amino acids and ions
Loop of Henle
Creates a concentration gradient that allows water reabsorption
Stages of urine formation
Filtration, reabsorption and secretion
Main waste product excreted in urine
Urea
Hormone that regulates water balance
Antidiuretic hormone (ADH)
Ureters
Carry urine from the kidneys to the bladder