Which of the following is NOT a function of the kidneys?
A)to contribute significantly to long-term regulation of arterial blood pressure by maintaining the proper plasma volume
B)to act directly on the interstitial fluid, the fluid that bathes the cells, to maintain constancy in its composition
C) to excrete metabolic waste products
D) to assist in maintaining the proper acid-base balance of the body

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The kidneys do not act directly on the interstitial fluid, but rather on the blood. The kidneys filter waste products out of the blood and regulate the balance of water, electrolytes, and other substances in the body.

Which of the Following Is NOT a Function of the Kidneys