Photo Credit: Ralph T. Hutchings
Figure 18-1 The Structure of the Kidney
Use Figure 18-1 to identify the labeled part.
-Label X represents which of the following structures?
A) hilum
B) renal pelvis
C) renal cortex
D) renal medulla
E) renal sinus

Question

Photo Credit: Ralph T. Hutchings
Figure 18-1 The Structure of the Kidney
Use Figure 18-1 to identify the labeled part.
-Label X represents which of the following structures?
A) hilum 
B) renal pelvis 
C) renal cortex 
D) renal medulla 
E) renal sinus

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The renal sinus is the central cavity of the kidney that contains the renal pelvis, blood vessels, and nerves.