Essential Biochemistry - Acid Base Balance (Section 1 - No. 7)
What is the role of the kidney in acid-base balance?
Reabsorbing bicarbonate.
Excreting hydrogen ions.
Regulating CO2 levels.
Producing ammonia.
Paliwanag
The kidneys reabsorb bicarbonate, excrete hydrogen ions, and produce ammonia to help maintain acid-base balance.