The posterior Chapman point for the kidneys is located between spinous process and transverse process of which vertebral region bilaterally?

• A. Between spinous process and transverse process of T11-T12
• B. Between SP and TP of T5-T6
• C. Between SP and TP of L2-L3
• D. Between SP and TP of T12-L1 bilaterally

Answer: (C)

In Chapman point mapping, posterior points are found at specific levels where the fascia overlying an organ aligns with the vertebral structures. For the kidneys, the posterior point is located in the lumbar region, bilaterally, between the spinous process and the transverse process of the vertebrae at the L2–L3 level. This spot reflects the kidney’s posterior fascia and is the standard location used in practice. The other levels listed don’t correspond to the kidney’s posterior Chapman point, which is why the L2–L3 level is the correct choice.