Renal Anatomy Overview

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Which structure in the kidney is responsible for the filtration to form urine?

  • Cortex (correct)
  • Medulla
  • Renal columns
  • Renal fascia

Why does pain occur in the kidney?

  • Because of direct stimulation of the renal pelvis
  • When there is impingement on the urethra
  • As a result of impingement on the renal capsule or ureter (correct)
  • Due to the presence of pain receptors in the renal capsule

Where does urine drain into after leaving the major calyses in the kidney?

  • Renal pelvis (correct)
  • Medullary pyramids
  • Renal columns
  • Hilum

What is the function of the medulla in the kidney?

<p>Concentrating and altering the composition of urine (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the kidney contains medullary pyramids separated by renal columns?

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

What is the location where the medullary pyramids empty urine into major and minor calyses?

<p>Renal Pelvis (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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