Because the Kidneys Are Located in Proximity to the Vertebrae

question 27

Multiple Choice

Because the kidneys are located in proximity to the vertebrae and are protected by the ribs, their location in documentation is referred to as:

• A) retroperitoneal.
• B) diaphragm-vertebral.
• C) costovertebral.
• D) urachal-peritoneal.

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Definitions:

Type B Blood

One of the ABO blood types characterized by the presence of the B antigen on red cells and the presence of anti-A antibody in the plasma.

Type O Blood

A blood type characterized by the absence of A and B antigens on red cells and in plasma, making it a universal donor type for red blood cell transfusion.

Multiple Genes

The involvement of two or more genes in influencing a particular trait, characteristic, or phenotype, often leading to a wider range of possible outcomes.

Trait

A distinguishing quality or characteristic, typically one belonging to a person.