"🌟 Inside the Kidney: Cross-Sectional Anatomy 🌟 Take a closer look at the kidney's internal structure with our detailed cross-section view. The kidney is composed of the renal cortex, medulla, renal pyramids, and nephrons, all working together to filter blood and produce urine. Understanding this anatomy is key to appreciating how our kidneys maintain overall health. Join the conversation and share your insights or questions! #KidneyFunction #AnatomyEducation #SciePro #science #meded #medical

14K views · 240 reactions | The kidneys function to filter your blood by getting rid of waste and excess fluid to make urine. The glomerular filtration rate (GFR) shows how well the kidneys are doing this filtering process. An estimated 37 million adults in the United States may have chronic kidney disease (CKD) and can take the steps needed to protect their kidney function when it is found early. #kidneydiseaseawareness #kidneydisease #doctor #ckd #health | Healthy Kidney Inc. | Facebook