by alex
Your kidneys are vital organs that play a crucial role in filtering waste and maintaining overall health. This quiz will challenge your understanding of how kidneys function, common kidney-related conditions, and best practices for keeping them healthy. Let’s see how much you know about these incredible organs and their importance in your body. Good luck!
Kidney Health Quiz Questions Overview
1. What is the primary function of the kidneys?
Produce insulin
Filter blood to remove waste
Digest food
Regulate body temperature
2. Which hormone is produced by the kidneys to regulate blood pressure?
Insulin
Adrenaline
Renin
Thyroxine
3. What is the term for the functional units of the kidney?
Nephrons
Alveoli
Neurons
Osteons
4. Which of the following is a common symptom of kidney stones?
Chest pain
Severe back or abdominal pain
Blurred vision
Shortness of breath
5. What dietary habit can help prevent kidney stones?
High salt intake
Low water intake
High water intake
High sugar intake
6. Which condition is characterized by the gradual loss of kidney function over time?
Acute kidney injury
Chronic kidney disease
Kidney stones
Urinary tract infection
7. What is the medical term for high levels of waste products in the blood due to kidney failure?
Hyperglycemia
Hypotension
Uremia
Anemia
8. Which of the following is a risk factor for developing kidney disease?
High blood pressure
Low cholesterol
Regular exercise
Balanced diet
9. What is dialysis used for?
To treat diabetes
To filter waste from the blood
To improve lung function
To reduce cholesterol levels
10. Which nutrient is important for maintaining healthy kidneys?
Vitamin C
Calcium
Potassium
Omega-3 fatty acids
