Anatomical Planes Flashcards
1
Q
Sagittal (parasagittal)
A
divides the body into right and left portions (vertical)
2
Q
Median (midsagittal)
A
divides the body along the midline (equal right and left portions) (horizontal)
3
Q
Frontal (coronal)
A
divides body into anterior and posterior parts (front and back)
4
Q
Transverse (horizontal)
A
divides the body into superior and inferior parts (top and bottom) (can also be called cross section)