Renal function : [electronic resource] mechanisms preserving fluid and solute balance in health / Heinz Valtin, James A. Schafer.

Rev. ed. of: Renal function, mechanisms preserving fluid and solute balance in health / Heinz Valtin. 2nd ed. c1983.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Components of renal function -- Body fluid compartments -- Glomerular filtration -- Tubular reabsorption -- Tubular secretion -- Renal hemodynamics and oxygen consumption -- Na and HO transport. Na balance -- Concentration and dilution of urine: HO balance -- H balance -- Role of kidneys in acid-base balance: renal excretion of H and conservation of HCO -- K balance: renal handling of K.