Renal Function, A Possible Indicator of Stress in Dolphins

Abstract

Renal mechanisms play a major role in maintenance of the internal environment at a constant composition and volume. Changes in urine solute and water reflect demands on the kidney to maintain plasma normalcy. If changes in renal function occur during stress, understanding the physiological basis of these changes would enhance health management decisions. Reprints.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 1987
Accession Number
ADA216661

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  • Harold R. Parker
  • J. P. Schroeder

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DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Abstracts
  • Aldosterone
  • Blood Counts
  • Blood Volume
  • Cardiovascular Physiological Phenomena
  • Controlled Environment
  • Cortisol
  • Electrocardiography
  • Environment
  • Health Services
  • Heart Rate
  • Information Operations
  • Instrumentation
  • Maintenance
  • Physiological Effects
  • Urine
  • Volume

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