Anatomical Planes Flashcards
1
Q
Paramedian Plane
A
Any plane near the median plane
2
Q
Coronal Plane
A
Vertical plane at right angle to the median plane; dividing the body into anterior and posterior
3
Q
Transverse plane ( Horizontal plane)
A
plane that passes through the body at the right angle to the median plane and coronal plane; dividing it into superior and inferior.
4
Q
Median Plane
A
Vertical plane that passing longitudinally through the body, dividing it into right and left halves.
5
Q
Sagittal Plane
A
Vertical plane parallel to the median plane