Kidneys

Dsecribe the location of the kidneys

Retroperitineal
R inf to L

Where and what is the hilum of the kidney

On the medial surface
A point of entry to the renal sinus. Neurovascular structures pass through

What layers of fat surround the kidney

Perinephreric fat - In contact with the kidney
Paranephric fat

What is the fascia of the kidney and what does it do

A layer of renal fascia covers the kidneys and connect them to the post abdominal wall.

Describe the process of urine transfer in the kidneys

Each renal pyramid excrete urine into the minor calices.
2/3 then each empty into major calices.
These then empty into the renal pelvis.

What are nephrons

They are the functional unit of the kidney that filter blood and produce urine.

Lists the parts of a nephron

Glomerulus
Descending duct
Loop of henle
Ascending duct
Collecting duct
Minor calix

Describe the location of the kidneys

Runs from the pelvis of the kidneys to the bladder. Lies of psoas.

What is the structure of the ureters

Muscular ducts with an inner lining of transitional epithelium.

Where are the 3 constrictions of the ureters

The junction w/ renal pelvis
Crossing the brim of the pelvic inlet
Going through the bladder