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 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Between which vertebrae are the kidneys normally located?

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

How are the lower poles of the kidneys normally oriented?

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

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