The position of kidneys is

Retroperitoneal

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Interperitoneal

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Intraperitoneal

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None of these

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The correct option is A
Retroperitoneal

The kidneys are positioned behind the peritoneum, i.e. behind the lining of the abdominal cavity. The retroperitoneal space (retroperitoneum) is the anatomical space in the abdominal cavity behind (retro) the peritoneum.

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