Question

which of the following conditions is commonly called a floating kidney?
a nephromegaly
b nephrolithiasis
c nephroptosis
d nephrotic syndrome

Explanation:

• Nephromegaly refers to an enlarged kidney.
• Nephrolithiasis is the presence of kidney stones.
• Nephroptosis is when the kidney moves downward (hence "floating kidney").
• Nephrotic syndrome is a group of symptoms related to kidney damage.

Answer:

C. nephroptosis