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What is the primary function of the kidneys?
What is the primary function of the kidneys?
Urine production and waste removal
What is the shape of the kidneys?
What is the shape of the kidneys?
Bean-shaped
Where are the kidneys located?
Where are the kidneys located?
In the retroperitoneal space of the posterior abdominal wall
Which kidney is typically located lower due to the presence of the liver?
Which kidney is typically located lower due to the presence of the liver?
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medida y ubicacion del riñon izquierdo y derecho
medida y ubicacion del riñon izquierdo y derecho
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How does urine travel from the kidneys to the bladder?
How does urine travel from the kidneys to the bladder?
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Urine leaves the body through the ______.
Urine leaves the body through the ______.
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What does the urinary bladder do?
What does the urinary bladder do?
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Study Notes
Kidney Function and Structure
- The kidneys are the primary organs responsible for urine production and waste removal.
- They have a bean-shaped structure and are located retroperitoneally, meaning they are situated behind the peritoneum.
- The peritoneum is a membrane lining the abdominal cavity and holding the organs in place.
Kidney Location
- The kidneys lie in the retroperitoneal space of the posterior abdominal wall.
- The right kidney is situated slightly lower than the left kidney due to the presence of the liver on the right side.
- The kidneys are not completely covered by the peritoneum.
Kidney Dimensions and Position
- The kidneys are approximately 11cm in length, 5-7 cm in width, and 2.5-3 cm in thickness, although these dimensions can vary depending on the individual.
- The right kidney weighs around 135 to 155 gm, while the left kidney weighs approximately 115 to 135 gm.
- They are located between the 11th and 12th ribs and behind/beneath the lower ribs.
Kidney Connections and Pathway
- The kidneys are connected to the bladder through the ureters, which carry urine from the kidneys to the bladder.
- Urine exits the body through the urethra.
- The kidneys are attached to the diaphragm and the abdominal wall.
Urinary System Pathway
- Urine travels from the kidneys to the ureters, then to the urinary bladder, and finally exits the body through the urethra.
Parts of the Kidney
- The text refers to a diagram showing the parts of the kidney.
Ureters, Urinary Bladder, Urethra
- The ureters are tubes that carry urine from the kidneys to the bladder.
- The urinary bladder is a sac that stores urine.
- The urethra is the tube through which urine leaves the body.
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Test your knowledge on the structure and function of the kidneys. This quiz covers their location, dimensions, and role in waste removal. Perfect for students learning about human anatomy!
