The kidneys are some of the most important organs in your body, and each one contains many parts. Learn more about the main structures of the kidneys and how they function. read more
The kidneys are some of the most important organs in your body, and each one contains many parts. They help the body pass waste as urine, while also helping to filter blood before sending it back to your heart. We'll explain the main structures of the kidneys and how they function. Check out our 3-D kidney diagram. read more
Most people know that a major function of the kidneys is to remove waste products and excess fluid from the body. These waste products and excess fluid are removed through the urine. The production of urine involves highly complex steps of excretion and re-absorption. read more
The kidneys filter extra water and toxins from the blood. The kidneys filter about 120 to 152 quarts (113 to 144 liters) of blood to create 1 to 2 quarts (0.94 to 1.8 l) of urine every day, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH). They aren’t just one big filtering sponge, though. read more