Use of an artificial kidney during hemodialysis may result in:
$(a)$ Nitrogenous waste build-up in the body
$(b)$ Non-elimination of excess potassium ions
$(c)$ Reduced absorption of calcium ions from gastro-intestinal tract
$(d)$ Reduced RBC production
Which of the following option is the most appropriate?

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Use of an artificial kidney during hemodialysis may result in:

(a)

Nitrogenous waste build-up in the body

(b)

Non-elimination of excess potassium ions

(c)

Reduced absorption of calcium ions from gastro-intestinal tract

(d)

Reduced RBC production
Which of the following option is the most appropriate?

Aicharya · Accepted Answer

Hemodialysis is a treatment to filter wastes and water from the blood. It leads to the elimination of nitrogenous waste that builds up in the body due to metabolism. The dialysis also removes the excess potassium from the body.

Hemodialysis reduces the calcium ions from the GI tract and also reduces the production of RBC.

Use of an artificial kidney during hemodialysis may result in: a Nitrogenous waste build-up in the body b…

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