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Your kidneys are protected by ribs and fat.

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What is the fibrous membrane immediately surrounding the kindey?

The fibrous membrane immediately surrounding the kidney is called the renal capsule. It is a smooth, transparent sheath that helps to maintain the shape and protect the kidney.


Tough outer lining that encases the kidney?

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What is the innermost connective tissue layer protecting the kidney and assisting in staving off infection?

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How are the kidney protected?

each kidney is protected by 3 outer layers 1) the renal fascia - a tough external coat of fibrous connective tissue 2) the adipose capsule - a layer of fatty tissue 3) the renal capsule - another fibrous layer


What is the connective tissue covering of the kidney?

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