Axial plane
Axial Plane
The axial plane (pronunciation: /ˈæksɪəl pleɪn/), also known as the transverse plane or horizontal plane, is an anatomical term of orientation and imaging in medicine and anatomy. The term has its etymology from the Latin word 'axis', meaning 'axle' or 'pivot', and the English word 'plane', meaning 'flat surface'.
Definition
The axial plane is a hypothetical plane used in anatomical descriptions that divides the body into superior (upper) and inferior (lower) parts. It is perpendicular to the coronal plane and sagittal plane. In radiology, axial planes are commonly used in both computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).
Related Terms
- Coronal Plane: An anatomical term referring to a vertical plane running from head to foot and dividing the body into anterior and posterior parts.
- Sagittal Plane: An anatomical term for a vertical plane which passes from ventral (front) to dorsal (rear) dividing the body into right and left halves.
- Computed Tomography (CT): A medical imaging technique used to visualize the internal structures of the body in detail.
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI): A medical imaging technique used in radiology to visualize detailed internal structures of the body.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Axial plane
- Wikipedia's article - Axial plane
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