The nephron is the basic unit of the kidneys. It is derived from a Greek word. Nephrons are the filters of the kidneys.
Functions of kidneys
There are many functions of kidneys like
✅ Production of urine
✅ Filtering out the waste products from the blood
✅ Sending out the wastes through urine
✅ Production of a hormone called erythropoietin
✅ Regulation of hemoglobin levels
✅ Production of vitamin D
✅ Helps with the strengthening of bones
What is nephrology?
Nephrology is the study of diseases affecting the kidneys.
Diabetes is the most common cause of kidney disease. Other than diabetes, high blood pressure, urine infection, smoking, genetic problems and autoimmune diseases also can cause kidney problems.
If the problems in the kidneys require surgical care then this particular branch is called urology.
