- "Standard anatomical terms of location are used to unambiguously describe the anatomy of animals, including humans."
Study of the structures of individual body systems, such as nervous, cardiovascular, respiratory etc.
Anatomical terminology: Definitions for anatomical positions, planes, and directional terms that allow for standardized descriptions of locations and movements within the body.
Histology: The study of tissues and cells that comprise the organs and systems of the body.
The integumentary system: The skin and its associated structures, including hair, nails, and sweat glands.
The skeletal system: The bones, cartilage, and ligaments of the body, which provide support, protection, and movement.
The muscular system: The muscles of the body, which work in conjunction with the skeletal system to produce movement, maintain posture, and generate heat.
The cardiovascular system: The heart, blood vessels, and blood, which transport oxygen, nutrients, and hormones throughout the body.
The respiratory system: The lungs and airways, which allow for the exchange of gases between the body and the external environment.
The digestive system: The organs and structures involved in the digestion and absorption of food, as well as the elimination of waste products.
The urinary system: The kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra, which eliminate metabolic waste products and regulate fluid balance.
The reproductive system: The organs and structures involved in human reproduction, including the gonads, ducts, and external genitalia.
The endocrine system: The glands and organs that produce hormones, which regulate a wide range of physiological processes throughout the body.
The nervous system: The brain, spinal cord, and nerves, which coordinate the body's responses to internal and external stimuli.
The lymphatic and immune systems: The lymphatic vessels, lymph nodes, and immune cells that work to protect the body from infectious agents and other foreign substances.
Regional anatomy: The study of specific regions of the body, including the head and neck, upper and lower extremities, and the trunk.
Clinical anatomy: The application of anatomical principles to clinical medicine, including the use of anatomy in diagnostic imaging, surgical techniques, and medical therapies.
Cardiovascular anatomy: This branch of anatomy deals with the study of the heart and blood vessels.
Endocrine anatomy: Endocrine anatomy examines the structure and function of the endocrine glands, including the pituitary, thyroid, and adrenal glands.
Gastrointestinal anatomy: Gastrointestinal anatomy is the study of the digestive system, including the stomach, intestines, and associated organs.
Hematology: This branch of anatomy deals with the study of blood and blood-forming tissues.
Musculoskeletal anatomy: Musculoskeletal anatomy involves the study of the structure and function of the skeletal system, muscles, and associated tissues.
Neuroanatomy: Neuroanatomy studies the structure and function of the nervous system, including the brain and spinal cord.
Respiratory anatomy: Respiratory anatomy examines the structure and function of the respiratory system, including the lungs and airways.
Reproductive anatomy: Reproductive anatomy is the study of the male and female reproductive systems.
Renal (Urinary) anatomy: This branch of anatomy deals with the study of the urinary system.
Integumentary anatomy: Integumentary anatomy studies the structure and function of the skin, hair, and nails, and related organs.
Immunology: Immunology is the study of the structure and function of the immune system.
Ophthalmic anatomy: Ophthalmic anatomy is the study of the structure and function of the eyes.
Otolaryngology: Otolaryngology examines the structure and function of the ear, nose, and throat.
- "The terms, typically derived from Latin or Greek roots, describe something in its standard anatomical position."
- "This position provides a definition of what is at the front ('anterior'), behind ('posterior') and so on."
- "As part of defining and describing terms, the body is described through the use of anatomical planes and anatomical axes."
- "The meaning of terms that are used can change depending on whether an organism is bipedal or quadrupedal."
- "Additionally, for some animals such as invertebrates, some terms may not have any meaning at all; for example, an animal that is radially symmetrical will have no anterior surface."
- "International organisations have determined vocabularies that are often used as standards for subdisciplines of anatomy. For example, Terminologia Anatomica for humans and Nomina Anatomica Veterinaria for animals."
- "These allow parties that use anatomical terms, such as anatomists, veterinarians, and medical doctors, to have a standard set of terms to communicate clearly the position of a structure."
- "Standard anatomical terms of location are used to unambiguously describe the anatomy of animals, including humans."
- "The terms, typically derived from Latin or Greek roots, describe something in its standard anatomical position."
- "The body is described through the use of anatomical planes and anatomical axes."
- "The meaning of terms that are used can change depending on whether an organism is bipedal or quadrupedal."
- "For some animals such as invertebrates, some terms may not have any meaning at all."
- "International organisations have determined vocabularies that are often used as standards for subdisciplines of anatomy."
- "Terminologia Anatomica for humans and Nomina Anatomica Veterinaria for animals... allow parties that use anatomical terms to have a standard set of terms."
- "Parties that use anatomical terms, such as anatomists, veterinarians, and medical doctors."
- "To unambiguously describe the anatomy of animals, including humans."
- "The terms, typically derived from Latin or Greek roots."
- "To communicate clearly the position of a structure."
- "These terms describe something in its standard anatomical position."