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A&P Directional Term
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Anterior | towards front of the body |
| Posterior | towards back of the body |
| Superior | above, towards the head |
| Inferior | below, away from the head |
| Proximal | towards the beginning of the limb |
| Distal | away from the beginning of the limb |
| Superficial | closest to the skin |
| Deep | furthest from the skin |
| Medial | towards the midline of the body |
| Lateral | away from the midline of the body |
| Unilateral | only one side of the midline |
| Bilateral | on right and left of the midline |
| Contralateral | opposite sides of the body |
| Ipsilateral | same side of the body |