Professional and Linguistic Assessments Board (PLAB) Practice Exam

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The renal veins are located at which spinal level?

The correct answer is: L2

The renal veins generally originate at the level of the vertebrae corresponding to L2. This is significant because the kidneys are situated in the retroperitoneal space, and their anatomical position correlates with specific spinal levels. The left renal vein is typically longer than the right and crosses anterior to the aorta, while the right renal vein is shorter due to the proximity to the inferior vena cava. Understanding the relationship of the renal veins to the spine is essential for interpreting imaging studies, surgical approaches, and diagnosing potential vascular or anatomical abnormalities. Therefore, identifying L2 as the spinal level for the renal veins is crucial for medical practice related to renal and vascular anatomy.