Which of the Following is Correct Concerning the Location of the Kidneys

Question

Which of the following is correct concerning the location of the kidneys?
A)The right kidney is usually higher than the left one.
B)They are located behind the parietal peritoneum.
C)Their upper borders are about at the level of the third lumbar vertebra.
D)They are against the anterior wall of the abdominal cavity.

Accepted Answer

The kidneys are located behind the parietal peritoneum, making them retroperitoneal organs. This means they are situated behind the peritoneal cavity of the abdomen, not against the anterior wall. The right kidney is typically lower than the left due to the presence of the liver, and their upper borders are approximately at the level of the T12 to L3 vertebrae, not just the third lumbar vertebra.