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Anatomy of the Kidney

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Renal pyramids are separated by the

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Renal cortex

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Renal medulla

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Renal columns

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Renal pelvis

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Solution

The correct option is C Renal columns
The renal column (or Bertin column, or column of Bertin) is a medullary extension of the renal cortex in between the renal pyramids. It allows the cortex to be better anchored.

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