Directional Terminology Flashcards by Izzy Metcalfe | Brainscape

Q

Cranial

A

Towards the head

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Caudal

A

Towards the tail

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Rostral

A

Towards the nose

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Dorsal

A

Toward the back

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Ventral

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Towards the belly

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Lateral

A

Away from the midline

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Medial

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Towards the midline

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Superficial

A

Nearer the surface

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Deep

A

Further from the surface

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Proximal

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Nearer the point of reference

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Distal

A

Further from the point of reference

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Dorsal (in relation to the limb)

A

Front surface of the lower limb

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Palmar

A

Back or underside of the lower forelimb area

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Plantar

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Back or underside of the lower hindlimb area

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