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What is the role of the kidneys in pharmacokinetics?

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What is the role of the kidneys in pharmacokinetics?
  1. Absorption of drugs
  2. Distribution of drugs
  3. Metabolism of drugs
  4. Excretion of drugs

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

What is the role of the kidneys in pharmacokinetics?
  • Step 1: Understand that pharmacokinetics is the study of how drugs move through the body.
  • Step 2: Know that the kidneys are organs that help filter blood and remove waste.
  • Step 3: Realize that when you take a drug, your body breaks it down into smaller parts called metabolites.
  • Step 4: Learn that the kidneys help remove these drugs and metabolites from the blood.
  • Step 5: Understand that this process is called excretion, which is a key part of pharmacokinetics.
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