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Q: Why is it possible for humans to live with only one kidney?
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Does people live with only one kidney?

Yes it is harder on The body but it is easily possible.


Can a person live normally with one kidney only?

an a person live normally with only one kidney


Can a person live normally with one kidney and why?

can a person live normally with only one kidney and why


Can you live when both kidney and pancreas transplants are being rejected?

Very unlikely because you only have 2 kidneys and 1 pancreas. Humans need both of these to survive. However if one kidney was still working then you could survive.


Can a person survive with 1 kidney?

Yes. There are a lot of people that are living today with only one kidney. If someone needs a kidney transplant because both of theirs have gone bad they can receive one from a donor so long as they match. So the person that has the transplant has one and the person who donated a kidney has one.Some people have to due to infections etc. You can survive with one kidney


Is it possible for a human to only have one kidney as a birth defect?

yes


What happens if you only have one kidney?

One fully functioning kidney has the ability to clear all wastes from the body (that two kidneys would have), since healthy humans use only about 20-25% of their kidney capacity).Nothing, you will still function 100% fine. However, im not sure if it is still the same now, but you cant join the defence force with only 1 kidney.


Is it possible to survive with only one particular body system?

No. The only organs you can live without is one kidney or a gull bladder. Everything else is pretty much needed in your body in order for it to function.


What is age for live of the woman who has only one kidney?

i cannot be phony


Can a cat survive with only one kidney?

Cats can live with only 25% of their kidney function left. Unfortunately, kidney disease is very common in the domesticated feline.


Can people die with a abnormal kidney?

If you have two kidneys, it is unlikely that you will because you can live with only one. So even if one kidney was abnormal or had to be removed, if the other kidney was functional, you could live a normal life. You could also live with no kidneys if you are on dialysis.


Can humans live with hydrogen and helium only?

No.