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This is just part of the 'bilateral symmetry' of your body, and is an inconsequential outcome of your evolution. No advantage would accrue if they were at different heights.
However, for example, there is an advantage for your bladder to be lower than your kidneys, and for the urethra to be even lower again. There are obvious advantages for this layout.
In general, even for the mammals with a 'horizontal' body shape, such as cattle, cats, and dogs, they still have their kidneys at an elevated position compared to the urethra.
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Which anatomical section provide a view of both kidneys?
The section for the internal view of both kidneys would be a transverse one.
Do both kidneys function at the same time in the human body?
no both kidney doesnot works at same time.
Where is kidney in human body?
The kidneys are located near your spinal cord and midway on your back. They lie underneath your ribs.
What is then main organ of the urinary system?
2 kidneys2 uretersbladderUrethraThe kidneys are located on the back wall of the abdomen at about waist level. The kidneys filter blood that contains wastes collected from cells. In approximately 5 minutes, all of the blood in your body passes through the kidneys.
Swelling of one or both kidneys due to an obstruction in the flow of urine?
If there is an obstruction in the flow of urine from the kidneys, this will cause the urine to become backed up within the kidney. This could cause major issues within the body. The function of the kidneys is to release toxins from the body. If the kidneys are unable to remove the toxins from the body, it will cause damage to the kidneys, further impairing their function and poisoning the body. If the kidneys are damaged, one may have to undergo dialysis to filter the toxins from the body.
Can you have pain in both kidneys at same time?
yes
What organ filters blood to maintain a constant blood PH level?
kidneys
Which anatomical section provide a view of both kidneys?
The section for the internal view of both kidneys would be a transverse one.
What is it called if both kidneys are on the same side?
The condition considering which Kidney is on the wrong side, is known as an Ectopic Kidney.
Are both human kidneys the same size?
Yes, a human and sheep kidney are very similar to each other. The kidneys also function very similar to each other.
Do both kidneys function at the same time in the human body?
no both kidney doesnot works at same time.
What organ controls sodium level?
The Kidneys.
What are the similarities between the urinary system and the excretory system?
the similarities between human kidneys and the animals kidneys are that they both serve the same purpose, other than the creatures without back bones. they both have the ureta conected, and both have the renial vain connected, there are many other reasons of similarities, if this isn't enogh, try google p.s. : srry about the misspells
Is Oligohydramnios related to the kidneys?
Oligohydramnios usually associated with absence of both kidneys
Could you give someone a kidney?
If you have the same blood type and close to the same tissue patteren and have both of your kidneys then yes you could give someone your kidney.
How do horses kidneys work?
Horses are big animals, but their kidneys work in the same way as other kidneys work. The kidneys work by filtering out what the body does not need.
Is cider worse or better than beer for your kidneys?
Neither. They are both equally damaging to the kidneys.
