-
Conditions treated: Chronic Illness, Kidney Failure
Cleansing the Kidney with Cucumber
Cucumber is a very good moisturizer and helps in preventing scaling and chipping of skin. Cucumber also contains alkaloids, which regulates the produc...
-
Conditions treated: Blood
Chamomile For Detoxification
The name Chamomile or Camomile means earth apple in Greek. It is called apple because of its apple like scent of the plant. It is of the species o...
Visual Exploration of Kidney
Layers: (click to view/hide)
Search:
Encyclopedia: Renal Function
Renal function, in nephrology, is an indication of the state of the kidney and its role in renal physiology. Glomerular filtration rate describes the flow rate of filtered fluid through the kidney. Creatinine clearance rate is the volume of blood plasma that is cleared of creatinine per unit time and is a useful measure for approximating the GFR. Both GFR and CCr may be accurately calculated by comparative measurements of...
News
-
Kidney Function Discovery Sheds Light On Genetic Complexity Of Disease...
To find a cure for cancer, haemophilia and other diseases, researchers need to be looking for complex, interacting genetic factors, according to the authors of a new study. A new study, published in the Journal...
Dec 01, 2008
-
Glomerular matrix metalloproteinases and their regulators in the pathogenesis of...
Lupus nephritis is a major contributor to morbidity and mortality in systemic lupus erythematosus, yet little is known about underlying pathogenic processes. A common finding in lupus nephritis is thickening of glomerular basement membranes associated...
Dec 01, 2008
Question and Answer
kidney function?
Does anyone know of natural ways or natural home herbs or foods that will improve...
Does anyone know of natural ways or natural home herbs or foods that will improve...
Hi KitKat, a kidney is a reddish brown, bean-shaped organ that filters waste minerals and toxins from the blood. The kidneys regulate acid concentration and the kidneys maintain the water...
Asked by KITKAT - 18 months ago
kidney.function?
dr never told me loss of my kidney function was serious. he said there is...
dr never told me loss of my kidney function was serious. he said there is...
You can live just fine on 20% of kidney function. But you should have it checked every so often from now on. If you're diabetic, it could be...
Asked by sis - 16 months ago
Forum Search
-
1/4 of kidney function left
kidney function left. This happened so fast. In April his BUN was normal and his CREA was only 2.5 He to the kidney so they function a bit better. I need to take him back in a month to see where he is at.
Jul 06, 2008
-
Chemo side effects and possibly impaired kidney function
weight and kidney function. So the dose is calculated according to those parameters. If she has renal renal or kidney function? The important lab test to know is the level of creatinine or "creat" fro
Jul 12, 2008
-
Decreased Kidney Function
, rreduced kidney function affects bone marrow productin of blood cells, and ... is to stabalize kidney function,or try to in my case a decrease now to make ...
Jun 13, 2008
Complementary and Alternative Medicine
See results for: Convulsions, Chronic Renal Failure, Blood, Kidney Failure, Kidney Stones, Nutrition and Metabolism, High Cholesterol, Neurology, Chronic Illness
Question & Answer
-
Does marijuana affect your liver or kidney function?
you muppet!! cannabis gives you the munchies but thats because it gives you a higher motabilism, you actually loose weight from smoking cannabis because you lose alll the wight you put on because you're ody...
-
2 studies in the Journal of Nutritional and Environmental Medicine...
mostly for the same reason that people are not made aware of other beneficial alternatives MONEY!!!...
Videos
-
Human Atlas: Kidney Dialysis
When 85 to 90 percent of the kidney function is lost, dialysis is recommended. Learn more about kidney dialysis in this video.
-
Human Atlas: Kidney Transplant
Although a person is usually born with two kidneys, he can still function well with only one. Learn more about kidney transplants in this video.
How-To Videos
-
Dumbbell Step Ups - Functional Legs Exercise
http://AskTheTrainer.com/best-leg-exercises.htmlPersonal Trainer Michael Behnken, MS, NASM-CPT-PES, CSCSStep ups are about as functional as any exercise can get.As you perform the step make sure you have no lateral motion about your knees.The step up motion teaches...
A Step-by-Step Look at Hemodialysis
Hemodialysis is the most common type of dialysis. Learn about it with this slide show:
Dialysis removes waste and balances the electrolyte and fluid level of the blood. These tasks are usually performed by the kidneys. However, when the kidneys can no longer do their job sufficiently, or when they are removed, dialysis is an artificial way to mimic their function. There are two types of dialysis: hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis. Learn about hemodialysis in this slide show.
Peritoneal Dialysis Slide Show
Learn about Peritoneal Dialysis:
Dialysis removes waste and balances the electrolyte and fluid level of the blood. These tasks are usually performed by the kidneys. However, when the kidneys can no longer do their job sufficiently, or when are removed, dialysis is an artificial way to mimic their function. There are two types of dialysis: hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis. Learn about peritoneal dialysis in this slide show.
Documents
-
Chronic Kidney Disease
Prevent Loss of Kidney Function Before It's Too Late
-
Kidney Failure:Choosing A Treatment That's Right For You
When your kidney fails, it is not the end of the world. You can still...
Related in the Kosmos
Physiology
Health
Medical Conditions
Kidney
-
Price: $4.15 to $7.29
-
Price: $3.05
SUPLENA with Carb Steady is low-protein, therapeutic nutrition designed specifically for patients with reduced kidney function. Suplena can help patients with reduced kidney function maintain their nutritional status, while adhering to their diets. Suplena's low-protein,...
-
Price: $12.53
Kidney Formula Supports Proper Function of the Kidneys & Adrenals, Banyan Botanicals, 90 Tablets Kidney Formula is a rejuvenating tonic for the kidneys and adrenals. It promotes healthy urinary flow and composition, assisting in the...
-
Price: $13.79
