answersLogoWhite

0

It's a well-defined layer of fat around the kidney, which is distinct from both the intraperitoenal fat anteriorly and the pararenal fat posterolaterally.

User Avatar

Wiki User

15y ago

What else can I help you with?

Continue Learning about Biology

What is perirenal fat capsule?

The perirenal fat capsule is a layer of adipose tissue that surrounds the kidneys and provides cushioning and protection. It also helps to anchor the kidneys in place within the abdominal cavity.


Location and function of fat pad?

There are fat pads located throughout the body, commonly found under the skin and around organs. Their main function is to store energy, provide insulation, and protect structures from impact. Examples include the plantar fat pad in the foot for cushioning and the perirenal fat pad around the kidneys for protection.


Can you give me a description of the kidney?

The kidneys are organs that filter wastes (such as urea) from the blood and excrete them, along with water, as urine. The medical field that studies the kidneys and diseases of the kidney is called nephrology (nephro- meaning kidney is from the Ancient Greek word nephros; the adjective renalmeaning related to the kidney is from Latin rēnēs, meaning kidneys). In humans, the kidneys are located in the posterior part of the abdomen. There is one on each side of the spine; the right kidney sits just below the liver, the left below the diaphragm and adjacent to the spleen. Above each kidney is an adrenal gland (also called the suprarenal gland). The asymmetry within the abdominal cavity caused by the liver results in the right kidney being slightly lower than the left one while the left kidney is located slightly more medial. The kidneys are retroperitoneal, which means they lie behind the peritoneum, the lining of the abdominal cavity. They are approximately at the vertebral level T12 to L3. The upper parts of the kidneys are partially protected by the eleventh and twelfth ribs, and each whole kidney is surrounded by two layers of fat (the perirenal and pararenal fat) which help to cushion it. Congenital absence of one or both kidneys, known as unilateral or bilateral renal agenesis can occur.11. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kidney


The loop of Henle is located in which structure?

The loop of Henle is located in the kidney, specifically in the renal medulla. It plays a crucial role in the process of reabsorption and concentration of urine.


Where is the Bowman's Capsule located?

The Bowman's capsule is located in the kidney. It is part of the nephron, the functional unit of the kidney responsible for filtering blood and producing urine. The Bowman's capsule surrounds the glomerulus, where blood is filtered to form the initial filtrate.

Related Questions

What is the protective capsule that covers a kidney?

perirenal fat


Name the protective capsule that covers a kidney?

The perirenal fat capsule.


What is the importance of the perirenal fat capsule that surrounds the kidney?

It holds the kidney in place and provides protection.


What protect the kidney?

Your kidneys are protected by ribs and fat.


What cushions the kidney and helps attach it to the posterior body wall?

perirenal fat and parietal peritoneum


What is perirenal fat capsule?

The perirenal fat capsule is a layer of adipose tissue that surrounds the kidneys and provides cushioning and protection. It also helps to anchor the kidneys in place within the abdominal cavity.


What are the three layers of the kidney tissues?

from interior to exterior: fibrous capsule, perirenal fat capsule and renal fascia. :)


What is the medical term meaning adjacent to the kidney?

Perirenal means adjacent to the kidney.


What protects kidney?

Its The Perirenal Capsule look it up!!!


What are the protective layers of renal tissue from the layer next to the kidney to the most outer layer?

The protective layers of renal tissue, from the layer next to the kidney to the most outer layer, include the renal capsule, which is a thin fibrous layer directly covering the kidney. Outside the renal capsule is the perirenal fat, providing cushioning and insulation. Beyond the perirenal fat is the renal fascia, a connective tissue layer that anchors the kidney to surrounding structures. Finally, the most outer layer is the pararenal fat, which surrounds the renal fascia and further protects the kidney.


What is the outer most layers of the kidney?

renal fascia (outer layer), perirenal fat capsule, fibrous capsule (inner layer)


Is each kidney is packed with a mass of fat?

Yes, each kidney is surrounded by a layer of fat known as perirenal fat or renal fat. This fat serves several purposes, including providing cushioning and protection to the kidneys, as well as helping to anchor them in place within the abdominal cavity. Additionally, this fat layer plays a role in insulating the kidneys and maintaining their temperature.