Kidney Anatomy Flashcards
1
Q
Fibrous Capsule
A
Most outer layer of kidney (Shell)
2
Q
Renal Cortex
A
Outer Region of Kidney
3
Q
Renal Medulla
A
Inner Region of Kidney
4
Q
Renal Pyramids
A
Cone shaped section
5
Q
Renal Papilla
A
Thin end of pyramids
6
Q
Minor Calyx
A
Tube coming from renal pyramids
7
Q
Major Calyx
A
Combination of multiple Minor Calyx
8
Q
Renal Pelvis
A
Site at which all Major Calyx branch off
9
Q
Ureter
A
Tube leading away form kidney (Below Renal Pelvis)
