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Q • A3 - Identify and explain the general functions the following regions of a kidney: hilum, calyces, and renal pelvis.

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The kidneys are the primary functional organ of the renal system. They are essential in homeostatic functions such as the regulation of electrolytes, maintenance of acid–base balance, and the regulation of blood pressure (by maintaining salt and water balance). They serve the body as a natural filter of the blood and remove wastes that are excreted through the urine (Fernandes, 2019). They are also responsible for the reabsorption