Surface anatomy

Surface anatomy

The study of the form and markings of the body surface.

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jaw

Anatomy; Surface anatomy

Either of two parts in humans and other vertebrates that provide shape and support for the mouth.

pupil

Anatomy; Surface anatomy

The opening in the center of the iris through which light enters the eye is called as pupil.

retina

Anatomy; Surface anatomy

The lining on the inside of the back of the eyeball that is sensitive to light is termed as retina.

eyelid

Anatomy; Surface anatomy

A thin fold of skin that covers and protects an eye. With the exception of the prepuce and the labia minora, it has the thinnest skin of the whole body. The levator palpebrae superioris muscle ...

acoustic

Anatomy; Surface anatomy

Of or relating to sound or the sense of hearing.

ventricular fibrillation

Anatomy; Allergies and allergens

An erratic, disorganized firing of impulses from the ventricles. The ventricles quiver and are unable to contract or pump blood to the body. This is a medical emergency that must be treated with ...

human nail

Anatomy; Surface anatomy

A nail is horn- like envelope covering the dorsal aspect of the terminal phalanges of fingers and toes in humans. Nails are similar to claws in other animals. The eponychium is the small band of ...