Question

How are the kidneys positioned relative to each other?

• A. at the same level
• B. right kidney is at a higher level than the left one
• C. at the level of heart
• D. left kidney is at a higher level than the right one

Answer 1

The correct option is D left kidney is at a higher level than the right one

The kidney lies in the retroperitoneal region of the abdomen. It is present on the either side of the vertebral column. The right kidney is situated slightly lower due to the presence of the liver.