A common constipation drug may have unexpectedly unlocked a new way to slow chronic kidney disease — a condition that affects ...

Researchers investigate how birth weight determines kidney function changes following prolonged physical activity in ...

Your kidneys are more than just filters—they’re master regulators of your body’s balance. From adjusting electrolytes to fine-tuning pH, each nephron segment plays a unique role. Understanding how ...

Your kidneys aren’t just filters—they’re master chemists, constantly tweaking the mix of water, salts, and nutrients in your blood. Each nephron segment has a unique role, from reclaiming glucose to ...

MDI Bio Lab scientists discover how the fish solves a basic challenge in regenerative biology—insights in their newest publication in the journal Development could one day guide human repair. When the ...

When high blood pressure is the result of kidney disease, it’s called renal hypertension. It develops when the kidneys are unable to properly regulate fluid balance and hormones that help control ...

“You’re on a chemotherapeutic and your oncologist may say that your dosage is X, while a nephrologist is telling you that the proximal tubules in your kidneys can’t handle it. You’re harming them.” ...

Three years ago, the FDA found so many violations at a Nephron Pharmaceuticals manufacturing facility that the U.S. regulator admitted in a warning letter the issues were so numerous they couldn’t all ...

The medical-grade glove manufacturing plant that was an expansion of Nephron, one of the largest companies in the Midlands, owes Lexington County nearly $1 million in overdue property taxes despite ...

The human kidney is a masterclass in biological engineering. Responsible for filtering approximately 50 gallons of blood daily, this vital organ performs more than waste removal. Through processes ...

The kidney, a critical organ for waste filtration and fluid regulation, is the subject of a groundbreaking molecular mapping project that could reshape our understanding of renal health. Despite ...