The upper expanded end of the ureter that enters the renal hilum is known as: The renal pelvis The renal pyramid The major calyx The medulla
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The major calyces of the kidney converge to form an enlarged channel called the renal sinus. The renal sinus then exits the hilum and becomes the renal pelvis/ureter. The renal pyramids are connected to the renal pelvis through urine ducts. The renal sinus is also connected to the ureter.
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The part through which arteries and veins enter or leave the kidney is called (a) Major calyces (b) Minor calyces (c) Hilus (d) Renal pore
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