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What is the name of the machine used for artificial kidney?

1) Renal biopsy
2) CAPD
3) Lithotripsy
4) Hemodialysis
5) Renal transplantation

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The machine used for artificial kidney is called hemodialysis. Hemodialysis is a medical procedure in which blood is filtered externally through a machine.

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The machine used for artificial kidney is called hemodialysis. Hemodialysis is a medical procedure in which blood is filtered externally through a machine. During dialysis, waste products such as urea as well as excess water are removed from the patient's blood before the blood is returned to the patient.

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