Journal article
Comparative Renal Physiology of Exotic Species
Veterinary Clinics of North America: Exotic Animal Practice, Vol.9(1), pp.13-31
01/2006
Abstract
In this article the osmoregulatory, acid-base homeostasis, and excretory functions of the renal system of invertebrates and vertebrates are reviewed. The mammalian renal system is the most highly evolved in terms of the range of functions performed by the kidneys. Renal physiology in other animals can be very different, and a sound knowledge of these differences is important for understanding health and disease processes that involve the kidneys, as well as ion and water homeostasis. Many animals rely on multiple organs along with the kidneys to maintain osmotic, ionic, and pH balance. Some animals rely heavily on postrenal modification of urine to conserve water and salt balance; this can influence the interpretation of disease signs and treatment modalities.
Details
- Title
- Comparative Renal Physiology of Exotic Species
- Authors/Creators
- S.R. Raidal (Author/Creator) - Murdoch UniversityS.L. Raidal (Author/Creator) - Murdoch University
- Publication Details
- Veterinary Clinics of North America: Exotic Animal Practice, Vol.9(1), pp.13-31
- Publisher
- W.B. Saunders Ltd
- Identifiers
- 991005542680207891
- Copyright
- © 2006 Elsevier Inc.
- Murdoch Affiliation
- School of Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences
- Language
- English
- Resource Type
- Journal article
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