KIDNEY

Kidney

Abstract

This paper discusses the anatomy and the various functions performed by different parts of the kidney.

Kidney: Macroscopic Anatomy and Function

Introduction

The human body has a urinary system that is made up of a pair of kidneys, a couple of ureters, an urethra and the bladder. The two kidneys are found towards the rear part of the abdomen at level of the waist. The kidneys are about 10cm in length and 5cm in width and are held inside an outer capsule made up of fibers, known as the Renal Capsule.

Discussion

The kidney consists of the following main parts, as illustrated in the diagram.

Renal Hilus

The Rinal Hinus refers to an ...