The kidney has _______ segments?
Correct answer: D. 5
- A. 11
- B. 9
- C. 7
- D. 5
Explanation
The kidney is classically divided into five vascular segments: apical, upper, middle, lower and posterior. These segments are supplied by segmental renal arteries, which are end arteries.
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