This is an integrated textbook on the renal system, covering the anatomy, physiology and biochemistry of the system, all presented in a clinically relevant context appropriate for the first two years of the medical student course.

• One of the seven volumes in the Systems of the Body series.
• Concise text covers the core anatomy, physiology and biochemistry in an integrated manner as required by system- and problem-based medical courses.
• The basic science is presented in the clinical context in a way appropriate for the early part of the medical course.
• There is a linked website providing self-assessment material ideal for examination preparation.

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