The nephrons are the basic units of the kidneys. Each kidney has about 10 lakh nephrons and they act as filters, separating the waste products from the blood. About 20% of the blood pumped out from the heart goes to the kidneys.

The waste products are sent out of the body in the form of urine. The body produces about 2 to 2.5 liters of urine every day.

Apart from this, the kidney has many functions. Kidneys produce a hormone called erythropoietin which maintains the haemoglobin levels in the body. Also, kidneys produce vitamin D which helps maintain bone strength.

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Also Read: The Link between Diabetes and Kidney Diseases

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If a problem occurs with the kidneys and the kidney function reduces, there will be adverse effects on the body. When you notice the symptoms, it is better to consult with a kidney doctor.

Nephrology

Diabetes is responsible for about 50-60% of the kidney problems. The other risk factors include hypertension, urinary infection, smoking, genetic problems, and autoimmune problems.

The field that deals with the medicinal treatment of kidney diseases is called nephrology. If surgery is required to resolve these kidney problems then the field is known as urology.

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