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Diagram showing the basic physiologic mechanisms of the kidney. Renal function, in nephrology, is an indication of the state of the kidney and its role in renal physiology. Glomerular filtration rate (GFR) describes the flow rate of filtered fluid through the kidney. Creatinine clearance rate (CCr or CrCl) is the volume of blood plasma that is cleared of creatinine per unit time and is a useful measure for approximating the GFR.
The functions of the kidneys include: 1  filtering your blood to make urine, enabling your body to get rid of waste and water it doesn't need, also regulating the salts and minerals in your blood. 2  controlling your blood pressure. 3  keeping your bones healthy.  making red blood cells.