The following diagram shows the renin-angiotensin-aldosteron system (RAAS) which plays an important role in the regulation of fluid and electrolyte balance (sodium and volume homeostasis).
Renin Angiotensin Aldosteron System Diagram in Fluid Homeostasis
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HIV Pathophysiology, Where and How Antiviral Agents Work
February 22nd, 2010 · No Comments
The pathophysiology of HIV infection plays an important role on how the virus attack the immune system and performed a clinical illness, explains the dynamics of viral reproduction, and finally explains where and how antiviral agents work.
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Serum Calcium Concentration in the Pathophysiology of Hypoparathyroidism
February 16th, 2010 · No Comments
Hypoparathyroidism is deficiency of parathyroid hormone (PTH) which resulting in hypocalsemia and hyperphosphatemia. It involved calcium concentration which plays a vital role in the the pathophysiology and diagnosis of hypoparathyroidism. The following diagram shows the hydroxilation of vitamin D to its active form and its action to increase the serum calcium concentration.
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