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What do you call the outermost connective tissue wrapping that surrounds the kidney?

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Answer:

Renal Capsule

Step-by-step explanation:

Each kidney is held in place by connective tissue, called renal fascia, and is surrounded by a thick layer of adipose tissue, called perirenal fat, which helps to protect it. A tough, fibrous, connective tissue renal capsule closely envelopes each kidney and provides support for the soft tissue that is inside.

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