Organization of the Human Body

This set of flashcards covers key anatomical terms and concepts related to the organization of the human body, including body regions, orientations, and cavities.

Anatomical Position

A standard position of the body used as a reference point in describing the location of body parts.

Axillary

Relating to the armpit area.

Cervical

Referring to the neck region.

Thoracic

Pertaining to the chest area.

Abdominal

Referring to the abdomen.

Pelvic

Relating to the pelvis.

Dorsum

The back or posterior side of the body.

Proximal

Closer to the point of attachment of a limb to the body.

Distal

Farther from the point of attachment of a limb to the body.

Superior

Above or higher in position.

Inferior

Below or lower in position.

Mammary

Referring to the breast area.

Serosae

Thin membranes that line body cavities and cover organs within those cavities.

Human Torso

A representation of the human upper body, often used for labeling anatomical features.

Body Cavities

Spaces in the body that house internal organs.

Sural

Referring to the calf area.

Popliteal

Referring to the back of the knee.

Digital

Relating to the fingers or toes.

Plantar

Referring to the sole of the foot.

Calcaneal

Relating to the heel.

Cranial Cavity

Contains the brain.

Spinal Cavity

Contains the spinal cord.

Thoracic Cavity

Contains the lungs and heart.

Abdominopelvic Cavity

Contains digestive organs and reproductive organs.