Which of the following is not an important function of the kidney?
A)control of total body water
B)control of the electrolyte composition of the blood
C)excretion of excess albumen
D)control of production of red blood cells by bone marrow
E)regulation of blood pressure

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Excretion of excess albumen is not a function of the kidney. Albumen, also known as serum albumin, is a protein found in the blood plasma and is important for maintaining oncotic pressure and transporting substances in the blood, but excess albumen is not typically excreted by the kidneys. The other options are all important functions of the kidney.

Which of the Following Is Not an Important Function of the Kidney