HISTOLOGY
URINARY SYSTEM
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Question
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Which one of the following terms describes the location of the kidneys?
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retroperitoneal
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retroperineal
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intraperitoneal
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suprarenal
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The kidneys are located at the rear wall of the abdominal cavity just above the waistline and are protected by the ribcage. They are considered retroperitoneal, which means that they lie behind the peritoneum, the membrane lining of the abdominal cavity.
Detailed explanation-2: -Kidneys are located in abdomen. Kidneys are not surrounded by peritoneum instead they are located posterior to it. Thus, kidneys are called retroperitoneal.
Detailed explanation-3: -The positioning of the kidneys is just below the rib cage, with one on each side of the spine. The right kidney is generally slightly lower than the left kidney to make space for the liver.
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