Kidneys BBC Worldwide Ltd.

Kidneys

In this tour of the human body, Dr. Alice Roberts introduces viewers to the key organs. She dissects animal organs - similar in form and function to human ones - and explains how we can hold on to our health and live to a ripe old age. Dr. Roberts puts three rugby players through their paces to find...

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Corporate Authors: Films for the Humanities & Sciences (Firm), Films Media Group, BBC Worldwide Ltd
Format: Electronic Video
Language:English
Published: New York, N.Y. : Films Media Group, [2012]
Series:Don't die young : an essential guide to your essential organs.
Subjects:
Diagnosis.
Genitourinary organs > Diseases.
Human biology.
Kidneys.
Medicine, Preventive.
Reproductive health.
Surgery, Operative.
Educational films.
Internet videos.
Videorecording.
Online Access: Streaming video (Wentworth users only)
Table of Contents:
  • Introduction to Dr. Roberts & Her "User Guide" to the Kidneys (1:49)
  • Diagramming & Describing the Kidneys (2:22)
  • Studying Kidney Function (2:14)
  • Experiment: Dehydration & Rehydration (4:19)
  • Dehydration's Natural Signs & Cures (0:58)
  • Patient Consultation: Kidney Concerns (1:24)
  • Stress, High Blood Pressure, & Kidney Disease (2:58)
  • Correlation Between Obesity & Diabetes (1:52)
  • Experiment: Regulating Blood Sugar with Insulin (4:03)
  • Diabetes, Kidney Failure, & Kidney Transplant (4:49)
  • Patient Recap & Summary of Healthy Kidney Guide (1:31)
  • Credits: Kidneys: Don't Die Young, Series 1 (1:00)

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