GENERAL HISTOLOGY

VASCULAR

THE NEPHRON

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What are the cortex-like extensions that separate the renal (medullary) pyramids?
A
renal columns
B
renal vein
C
renal medulla
D
renal cortex
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Columns of Bertini are the extensions of the renal cortex into the renal medulla between the renal pyramids.

Detailed explanation-2: -Answer and Explanation: The tissue between the renal pyramids is called the renal column. The renal column is an extension of a medullary region that contains blood vessels and connective tissues.

Detailed explanation-3: -These renal recesses are separated by interlobar artery branches of the renal artery.

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