Planes Of The Body Flashcards
1
Q
Sagittal (lateral) plane
A
Lengthwise vertical plane dividing into right and left sides (chest x-Ray)
2
Q
Transverse (axial) plane
A
Horizontal dividing into upper and lower (ct scans)
3
Q
Frontal (coronal) plane
A
Vertical plane dividing anterior and posterior (chest x-Rays)