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Anatomical Direction
CBCS Anatomical Directional Terms
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Transverse Plane | Horizontal plane that divides the body into upper and lower halves |
| Midsagittal (Median) Plane | Vertical plane that divides the body into left and right halves |
| Coronal (Frontal) Plane | Vertical plane that divides the body into front and rear halves |
| Anterior | The front of the body |
| Posterior | The back of the body |
| Superior | Body parts above other body parts |
| Inferior | Body parts below other body parts |
| Medial | Close to the midline (middle) |
| Lateral | Far from the midline (middle) |
| Distal | Far from a specified point of reference |
| Proximal | Close to a specified point of reference |