As such, the book provides comprehensive information on comparative renal functionfor biological scientists and advanced students of biology with some knowledgeof physiology and a desire to know more about renal function in vertebrates,and for mammalian renal physiologists who wish to obtain a broader view ofrenal function.
William H. Dantzler, M.D.,Ph.D.Professor EmeritusDepartment of PhysiologyCollege of MedicineUniversity of Arizona, Tucson, USA
Introduction.-Renal Morphology.- Initial Process in Urine Formation.- Transport of InorganicIons by Renal Tubules.- Transport of Fluid by Renal Tubules.- Transport ofOrganic Substances by Renal Tubules.- Diluting and Concentrating Mechanism.- IntegrativeSummary of Renal Function.
