Anatomic Planes Flashcards
1
Q
axial
A
horizontal plane dividing the body into superior and inferior portions (aka transverse plane and horizontal plane)
2
Q
coronal
A
vertical plane passing through the body from side to side, dividing the body into anterior and posterior portions (aka frontal plane)
3
Q
midsagittal
A
vertical plane passing through the body from front to back at the midline, dividing the body equally into right and left halves
4
Q
parasagittal
A
vertical plane passing through the body from front to back, dividing the body into unequal left and right sides
5
Q
sagittal
A
vertical plane passing through the body from front to back, dividing the body into right and left sides (any plane parallel to the midsagittal plane)
