What is clearance by the liver and kidneys?
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The liver and kidneys are responsible for clearing over 90% of administered drugs from the body. Understanding what is clearance by the liver and kidneys is a fundamental concept in pharmacology, essential for determining correct drug dosages and averting adverse drug reactions. This process, measured as the volume of plasma cleared of a substance per unit of time, dictates how long a medication remains active and at what concentration.
