Kidney Anatomy and Positioning
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What is the typical location of the kidneys?

  • Between T12-L1 vertebrae
  • Between T12-L2 vertebrae
  • Between T12-L3 vertebrae (correct)
  • Between T11-L3 vertebrae
  • Which kidney is typically more superior in position?

  • Both are at the same level
  • Right kidney
  • The position varies from person to person
  • Left kidney (correct)
  • How are the upper poles of the kidneys normally oriented?

  • Their orientation varies from person to person
  • In the same direction as the lower poles
  • More laterally and anteriorly than the lower poles
  • More medially and posteriorly than the lower poles (correct)
  • What is the term used for the location of the kidneys?

    <p>Retroperitoneal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Between which vertebrae are the kidneys normally located?

    <p>T12-L3</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are the lower poles of the kidneys normally oriented?

    <p>More laterally and anteriorly</p> Signup and view all the answers

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