kidneys

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The strains that circulate in Asia and Europe — where hantavirus is more common, and generally less deadly — attack the kidneys.

From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026

Old World hantaviruses, typically found in Europe and Asia, generally affect the kidneys.

From Salon • May 9, 2026

"The kidneys recovered normally, but it was the coincidence of a bacterial and a viral escalation at the same time that was a bit worrying for a couple of days for sure."

From BBC • May 7, 2026

After it has been used, creatine breaks down into creatinine, a waste product that is filtered out by the kidneys and removed through urine.

From Science Daily • May 4, 2026

“Have some mustard,” said the magician, when they had got to the kidneys.

From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White