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Location and External Anatomy of the Kidneys
The kidneys are located at the rear wall of the abdominal cavity and they are protected by the ribcage.
Internal Anatomy of the Kidneys
The cortex and medulla make up two of the internal layers of a kidney and are composed of individual filtering units known as nephrons.
Supply of Blood and Nerves to the Kidneys
The renal veins drain the kidney and the renal arteries supply blood to the kidney.
Nephron, Parts, and Histology
The nephron of the kidney is involved in the regulation of water and soluble substances in blood.