Right kidney (Ren dexter)

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Anatomy

One of the paired kidneys below the ribcage: it filters ~180 liters of blood daily, producing urine that balances water and salts, clears waste and helps regulate blood pressure.

Clinical notes

Kidney stones cause severe wave-like flank pain; blood in the urine always warrants evaluation.

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FAQ

What is the role of the Right kidney?

One of the paired kidneys below the ribcage: it filters ~180 liters of blood daily, producing urine that balances water and salts, clears waste and helps regulate blood pressure.

Why is the Right kidney clinically important?

Kidney stones cause severe wave-like flank pain; blood in the urine always warrants evaluation.

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