Gross Anatomy
Structure that can be seen with the naked eye.
Histology
Microscopic anatomy which requires microscope for inspection.
Notochord
A dorsal flexible rod found only in embryo
Anatomical Position
A reference for precise anatomical description and dissection.
Ventral
Towards the fron or belly
Rostral
Towards the forehead or nose
Proximal
Closer to the point of attachment or origin
Distal
Farther from the point of attachment or origin.
Acromial
Shoulder
Antebrachial
Forearm
Patellar
Knee
Plantar surface
Sole
Hydrophillic
Substances that dissolve in water.
Eicosanoids
Lipids which are chemical messengers between cells.
Peritoneum
The lining of the abdominal pelvic cavity.
Serous membranes
Membranes which secrete lubricating fluid.
Meninges
Membrane lining the cranial cavity in brain and the vertebral cavity in spinal cord.
Pleurae
Membrane lining the pleural cavities in lungs.
Pericardium
Membrane lining the pericardial cavity in heart.
Calcaneal
Heel of feet