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GlossaryRenal Function (Kidney Function)

refers to how well kidneys filter waste and balance fluids

Renal function, also known as kidney function, refers to how well the kidneys are performing their essential tasks, such as filtering waste products and excess fluids from the blood, regulating electrolytes, and maintaining overall fluid balance. It is often assessed through tests like serum creatinine, blood urea nitrogen (BUN), and glomerular filtration rate (GFR), which provide insights into the kidneys' efficiency and health.

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A Case of Chronic Kidney Disease Patient With Rapid Deterioration of Renal Function, Hair Loss, and Spontaneous Resolution of Facial Warts After COVID-19 Infection

research A Case of Chronic Kidney Disease Patient With Rapid Deterioration of Renal Function, Hair Loss, and Spontaneous Resolution of Facial Warts After COVID-19 Infection

January 2024 in “Aging medicine”

A COVID-19 infected patient with chronic kidney disease experienced worsened kidney function, hair loss, and unexpected wart clearance.

research Renal Function During Long-Term Treatment of Hypertension with Minoxidil

90 citations, November 1980 in “Annals of Internal Medicine”

Long-term use of minoxidil for high blood pressure can delay kidney failure in some patients and improve kidney function in others with severe hypertension.

research Origanum Vulgare L. Leaf Extract Alleviates Finasteride-Induced Oxidative Stress in Mouse Liver and Kidney

2 citations, April 2021 in “Asian pacific Journal of Tropical Biomedicine”

Origanum vulgare leaf extract reduces liver and kidney damage caused by finasteride in mice.

Valence-Engineered Catalysis-Selectivity Regulation of Molybdenum Oxide Nanozyme for Acute Kidney Injury Therapy and Post-Cure Assessment

research Valence-Engineered Catalysis-Selectivity Regulation of Molybdenum Oxide Nanozyme for Acute Kidney Injury Therapy and Post-Cure Assessment

January 2024 in “Research Square (Research Square)”

A specially designed molybdenum oxide nanozyme can treat and monitor acute kidney injury effectively.

research Vitamin D Activates Type A Natriuretic Peptide Receptor Gene Transcription in Inner Medullary Collecting Duct Cells

17 citations, April 2007 in “Kidney international”

Vitamin D boosts a specific gene activity in kidney cells that could improve heart and kidney function.

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community On Fin 5 days a week and dut twice a week and still rapidly losing hair. HOW?? 9 months on fin!

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