kidneys

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Kidneys play an essential role in clearing waste and toxins from the bloodstream, removing these substances through urine.

From Science Daily • Dec. 5, 2025

Kidneys harboring pig cells would provoke immune attacks if they were inserted into patients.

From Science Magazine • Sep. 7, 2023

Kidneys don’t just make urine - they provide a wide range of jobs in the body.

From Washington Times • Aug. 16, 2023

Kidneys might be especially sensitive to surges of inflammation or immune system activation, or blood-clotting problems often seen in COVID-19 patients may disturb kidney function, experts said.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 1, 2021

Kidneys of usual size, capsule not adherent; pyramids congested; cortex pale; markings distinct.

From A System of Practical Medicine by American Authors, Vol. I Volume 1: Pathology and General Diseases by Various