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Embalmin 3 terms

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A descriptive reference for locating arteries and veins by means of identifiable anatomical structures. Anatomical guide
Points of origin and termination in relation to adjacent structures; used to designate boundaries of arteries. Anatomical limits
Used as a reference in describing body parts to one another in which the body is erect, feet together, palms forward, and thumbs are pointed away. Anatomical position
The triangular depression in front of the bend of the elbow. Antecubital fossa
Before or in front of; anatomical term of position and direction denoting the front or forward part; refers to the ventral or abdominal side of the body. Anterior
Anatomy definition: Juncture between two or more bones or cartilage. | Speech definition: The process of pronouncing all the necessary parts of a word. Articulation
Circulatory network composed of the heart, arteries, arterioles, capillaries, venules, and veins. Blood vascular system
A rounded eminence at the articulating end of the bone (e.g. the posterior process of the ramus of the mandible). Condyle
Anatomical term of position and direction denoting towards the feet or underlying structure; beneath; lower. Inferior
Anatomical structure forming the base of the femoral triangle; extends from the anterior superior iliac spine to the pubic tubercle. Inguinal ligament
Space between the ribs. Intercostal space
Anatomical term of position and direction denoting away from the midline. Lateral
A line drawn or visualized on the surface of the skin to represent the approximate location of some deeper-lying structure. Linear guide
Anatomical term of position and direction denoting toward the midline; middle; nears the medial plane. Medial
Anatomical term of position and direction denoting toward the back (rear or caudal end; dorsal). Posterior
The fibrocartilage that joins the two pubic bones in the median plane. Pubic symphysis
Anatomical term of position and direction denoting near/toward the surface. Superficial
Anatomy definition: Term of position and direction denoting towards the head or elevated in place or position. | Religious definition: A head of a religious community such as a monastery, convent, or abbey. Superior
The application of chemical agents in the treatment of disease in humans, primarily cancer, causing an elevated preservation demand. Chemotherapy
Evaluation of the dead body prior to, during, and after the embalming procedure is completed; documentation is recommended Case analysis (Embalming analysis)
Metabolic by-products that contain nitrogen, such as urea and uric acid. These compounds have a high affinity for formaldehyde and tend to neutralize embalming chemicals. Nitrogenous waste
To examine by touch. Palpate
separation and pushing aside of the superficial fascia leading to blood vessels and then the deep fascia surrounding blood vessels, utilizing manual techniques with fingers or round ended instruments which separate rather than cut protective tissues. Blunt dissection
Ascending and/or arch of the aorta. Center of arterial solution distribution
Right atrium of the heart. Center of venous drainage
A clean cut into tissue or skin made with a sharp instrument; in embalming, a cut made with a scalpel to access arteries and veins. Incision
To tie or bind; to tie off any vessel or structure upon completion of embalming. Ligate
The cavity or opening of a hollow structure such as a vein, artery, or intestine. Lumen
The recovery of organs or tissues from a cadaver for transplantation purposes. Procurement
Anatomical term of position and direction denoting lying at right angles to the long axis of the body. Transverse
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