Anatomy of Suprarenal (Adrenal) Glands

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Where are the suprarenal (adrenal) glands located in relation to the kidneys?

  • Inferior to the kidneys
  • Anterolateral to the kidneys
  • Superomedial to the kidneys (correct)
  • Posterior to the kidneys

How are the suprarenal glands attached to the diaphragm?

  • Directly through muscles
  • Through a thick bone
  • Via a strong ligament
  • By renal fascia attached to the diaphragmatic crura (correct)

What is the major attachment point of the suprarenal glands?

  • The liver
  • The diaphragmatic crura (correct)
  • The kidneys
  • The spleen

How do the suprarenal glands differ in shape and relations on the two sides?

<p>The left gland is more lateral to the diaphragm compared to the right gland (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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