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What will happen, if one kidney is removed from the body of a human being?

A
Death due to poisoning
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Uremia and death
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Stoppage of urination
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Nothing, the person will survive and remain normal; another kidney will become hypertrophied
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Solution

The correct option is D Nothing, the person will survive and remain normal; another kidney will become hypertrophied
  • Hypertrophy is the enlargement or overgrowth of an organ or part due to an increase in the size of its constituent cells.
  • A person with a single kidney can lead a normal and healthy life with no or few problems. However, certain possible risks such as high blood pressure, slightly reduced kidney function and proteinuria may be associated with it. There is no effect on the life expectancy of the person. Physical activity or exercise is a must for people with only one kidney. So the correct option is option D

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