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7.4 Blood glucose and the urinary system

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Question 34
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Two patients need treatment for kidney failure. Patient P has a successful kidney transplant and takes immunosuppressant drugs. Patient Q continues dialysis.

Which comparison correctly identifies a disadvantage of each treatment?

[1]
A

P needs repeated dialysis sessions; Q needs a compatible kidney donor

B

P has increased infection risk; Q needs a compatible kidney donor

C

P needs repeated dialysis sessions; Q has a risk of organ rejection

D

P has increased infection risk; Q needs repeated treatment sessions

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7.4 Blood glucose and the urinary system Questions

  1. GCSE
  2. /Biology
  3. /7.4 Blood glucose and the urinary system

45 exam-style questions on Edexcel GCSE Biology 7.4 Blood glucose and the urinary system, covering 7.4.1 Insulin and blood glucose control, 7.4.2 Glucagon and blood glucose regulation, 7.4.3 Type 1 and type 2 diabetes, 7.4.4 Structure of the urinary system, 7.4.5 Structure and function of the nephron, 7.4.6 ADH and water regulation, 7.4.7 Treatments for kidney failure, and 7.4.8 Production of urea in the liver. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.

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