Anatomical Directional Terms
Directional terms describe the locations of structures in relation to other structures or locations in the body. These terms often have a counterpart with converse or opposite meaning. Below are examples of some commonly used anatomical directional terms.
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Toward the bottom, towards the belly
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| Anterior | Distal | Dorsal | Inferior | Lateral | Rostral |
| Posterior | Proximal | Ventral | Superior | Medial | Caudal |
