What Anchors the Kidney to the Abdominal Wall

Question

What anchors the kidney to the abdominal wall?
A) perinephric fat
B) the peritoneal cavity
C) fibrous capsule
D) renal fascia

Accepted Answer

The renal fascia is a layer of connective tissue that surrounds the kidneys and helps anchor them to the abdominal wall. Perinephric fat, the peritoneal cavity, and the fibrous capsule also play a role in stabilizing the kidneys, but do not serve as the primary anchor.