Homeostasis and Organ Functions

The lesson covers the concept of homeostasis and the organs involved in maintaining it, specifically the kidney, liver, and skin. It describes the structure and functions of these organs, lists common diseases related to the kidney and liver, and discusses the effects of hormones produced by endocri

• 17:59 “if the pressure of the body begins to fall. Like I said before, the hypothalamus can only read the osmotic pressure of blood. If it drops below a certain point, then the entire system will pack up. And this is the reason...”
• 12:33 “as we look at a kidney control of our water balance, which is Osmo regulation. Now, for the kidney to carry out Osmo regulation, it needs to work with a hormone called ADH, anti-duretic hormone. This hormone is secreted...”
• 13:18 “and also the hormonal system. So how does it work? We have to look at it when the blood level of water is too low and when it is high. Now, let's take on a hot day. You are sweating. You are not taking enough water. You...”