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OID	Name (CDISC Submission Value)	DataType Extensible	NCI Code	CDISC Synonym	CDISC Definition	Preferred Term
CL.C158118.AGESMETH	Age Estimation Method Response (AGESMETH)	text Extensible: Yes	C158118	Age Estimation Method Response	Terminology related to the method by which the age of an individual is determined through estimation.	CDISC SEND Age Estimation Method Response Terminology
	ANIMAL RECORDS	C158324		Information obtained from medical records, acquisition records, or other official documentation associated with the animal.	Animal Record Information
	DENTAL EXAM	C158323		A systematic evaluation of the mouth, face, and neck, which may include tooth counting, cleaning and visual assessment.	Dental Examination
	PHYSICAL EXAMINATION	C20989	Physical Exam	A systemic evaluation of the body and its functions using visual inspection, palpation, percussion and auscultation.	Physical Examination
	RADIOGRAPHY	C128940	Radiographic Exam	A radiographic procedure using the emission of penetrating energy waves to form an image of the structure.	Radiographic Examination
	UNKNOWN	C17998	U;UNK;Unknown	Not known, not observed, not recorded, or refused. (NCI)	Unknown
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CL.C66781.AGEU	Age Unit (AGEU)	text Extensible: No	C66781	Age Unit	Those units of time that are routinely used to express the age of a subject.	CDISC SDTM Age Unit Terminology
	DAYS	C25301		A unit of measurement of time equal to 24 hours.	Day
	HOURS	C25529	h;Hours;hr	A unit of measurement of time equal to 60 minutes.	Hour
	MONTHS	C29846	Month	One of the 12 divisions of a year as determined by a calendar. It corresponds to the unit of time of approximately to one cycle of the moon's phases, about 30 days or 4 weeks. (NCI)	Month
	WEEKS	C29844	Week	Any period of seven consecutive days. (NCI)	Week
	YEARS	C29848	Year	The period of time that it takes for Earth to make a complete revolution around the sun, approximately 365 days; a specific one year period. (NCI)	Year
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CL.C74456.LOC	Anatomical Location (LOC)	text Extensible: Yes	C74456	Anatomical Location	Terminology codelist used for anatomical location within CDISC.	CDISC SDTM Anatomical Location Terminology
	5TH LUMBAR SPINOUS PROCESS	C116163		The spinous process of the 5th lumbar vertebra.	Fifth Lumbar Spinous Process
	ABDOMINAL AORTA	C32038		The portion of the descending aorta that lies within the abdomen, beginning below the diaphragm and ending at its division into the right and left common iliac arteries. (NCI)	Abdominal Aorta
	ABDOMINAL CAVITY	C12664	Abdomen	The body cavity between the thoracic and pelvic cavities in mammals.	Abdomen
	ABDOMINAL LYMPH NODE	C12360		Any lymph node within the abdomen.	Intra-Abdominal Lymph Node
	ABDOMINAL QUADRANT, LEFT LOWER	C151399		The left lower quadrant of the abdomen.	Left Lower Quadrant of Abdomen
	ABDOMINAL QUADRANT, LEFT UPPER	C151397		The left upper quadrant of the abdomen.	Left Upper Quadrant of Abdomen
	ABDOMINAL QUADRANT, RIGHT LOWER	C151400		The right lower quadrant of the abdomen.	Right Lower Quadrant of Abdomen
	ABDOMINAL QUADRANT, RIGHT UPPER	C151398		The right upper quadrant of the abdomen.	Right Upper Quadrant of Abdomen
	ABDOMINAL REGION	C139186		Any portion of the body that lies within the boundary, either internally or externally, of the abdomen: superior margin, the thorax; inferior margin, the pelvis; lateral margins, the ribs.	Abdominal Region
	ABDOMINAL SKIN	C52758	Abdominal Skin	The integument that covers the abdomen.	Abdominal Skin
	ABDOMINAL WALL	C77608		The tissue that surrounds the organs present in the abdominal cavity.	Abdominal Wall
	ABDUCENS NERVE	C12665		The sixth cranial nerve.	Abducens Nerve
	ABDUCTOR DIGITI MINIMI MUSCLE OF THE HAND	C165996		A muscle of the hand, in general extending from the pisiform bone, the pisohamate ligament, and the flexor retinaculum to the ulnopalmar margin of the proximal phalanx. Primary function is abduction of the little finger and flexion of the phalanx nearest the hand.	Abductor Digiti Minimi Muscle of the Hand
	ABDUCTOR DIGITI QUINTI MUSCLE	C163504	Abductor Digiti Minimi;Abductor Minimi Digiti	A muscle in the foot, in general extending from the medial and lateral processes of the posterior calcaneal tuberosity to the lateral side of the base of the proximal phalanx of the fifth toe and the fifth metatarsal; primary function is to abduct the fifth toe at the metatarsophalangeal joint and support the lateral arch.	Abductor Digiti Minimi Muscle
	ABDUCTOR HALLUCIS MUSCLE	C163505		A muscle in the foot, in general extending from the medial process of the posterior calcaneal tuberosity to the medial side of the base of the proximal phalanx of the big toe; primary function is to abduct and flex the big toe at the metatarsophalangeal joint.	Abductor Hallucis Muscle
	ABDUCTOR POLLICIS BREVIS MUSCLE	C165997		A muscle of the hand, in general extending from the flexor retinaculum and the tubercles of the scaphoid and trapezium bones to the outer side of the base of the proximal phalanx of the thumb. Primary function is abduction of the thumb away from the palm.	Abductor Pollicis Brevis Muscle
	ABDUCTOR POLLICIS LONGUS MUSCLE	C52888		A skeletal muscle of the forearm originating from the posterior surfaces of the ulna and radius and the interosseous membrane. (NCI)	Abductor Pollicis Longus
	ACCESSORY RENAL ARTERY	C116183		An additional renal vessel originating from the aorta and entering the kidney at the proximal or distal end of the organ. Accessory renal arteries are found in 26-30% of humans.	Accessory Renal Artery
	ACETABULUM	C32042	Acetabulum	Two cup shaped areas, one each on the lateral side of the lower pelvis that house the head of the femur to form the ball and socket joint of the hip. (NCI)	Acetabulum
	ACHILLES TENDON	C32043		The tendon that, in general, attaches the gastrocnemius muscle to the calcaneous bone in the tarsus.	Achilles Tendon
	ACROMIOCLAVICULAR JOINT	C32047	Acromioclavicular Joint	The junction of the upper distal end of the scapula to the distal edge of the collarbone, also known as the acromion and the clavicle. (NCI)	Acromioclavicular Joint
	ACROMION	C32048	Acromion	The upper distal process of the scapula. (NCI)	Acromion
	ACUTE MARGINAL ARTERY	C102285	ACUTE MARGINAL ARTERY SEGMENT(S);AMARG	The arteries that arise at the junction of the proximal and mid-right coronary artery conduit segments.	Acute Marginal Artery
	ADDUCTOR BREVIS MUSCLE	C163506		A muscle in the leg, in general extending from the external surface of the body of pubis and the anterior surface of the inferior pubic ramus to the pectineal line and the medial lip of the linea aspera; primary function is to adduct, flex, and rotate the thigh.	Adductor Brevis Muscle
	ADDUCTOR HALLUCIS MUSCLE, OBLIQUE HEAD	C163507		The larger of two heads of the adductor hallucis muscle, in general originating from the sheath of the peroneus longus tendon and the plantar surface of the bases of the second to fourth metatarsal bones in the foot.	Oblique Head of Adductor Hallucis Muscle
	ADDUCTOR HALLUCIS MUSCLE, TRANSVERSE HEAD	C163508		The smaller of two heads of the adductor hallucis muscle, in general originating from the deep transverse metatarsal ligament and the plantar surface of the metatarsophalangeal joints of the lateral three toes.	Transverse Head of Adductor Hallucis Muscle
	ADDUCTOR LONGUS MUSCLE	C163509		A muscle in the thigh, in general extending from the external surface of the body of pubis to the middle third of the linea aspera; primary function is to adduct and medially rotate the thigh.	Adductor Longus Muscle
	ADDUCTOR MAGNUS MUSCLE	C163510		A muscle in the thigh, in general extending from the ischiopubic ramus and ischial tuberosity to the gluteal tuberosity of the femur, medial lip of the linea aspera, medial supracondylar ridge, and adductor tubercle; primary function is to adduct, flex, extend, and medially rotate the thigh at the hip joint.	Adductor Magnus Muscle
	ADDUCTOR POLLICIS MUSCLE	C186100		A muscle of the hand that extends from the capitate and bases of the second and third metacarpals for the oblique head, and the anterior surface of body of the third metacarpal for the transverse head, to the base of proximal phalanx and extensor hood of the thumb; primary function is to draw the first metacarpal laterally to oppose the thumb toward the center of palm and rotate it medially.	Adductor Pollicis Muscle
	ADRENAL GLAND	C12666		The endocrine glands adjacent to the kidneys that consist of the outer adrenal cortex and the inner adrenal medulla in mammals.	Adrenal Gland
	ALISPHENOID PROCESS	C129430	Greater Wing of the Sphenoid Bone	The bony process of the sphenoid bone, extending from the side of the body of the sphenoid and curving upward, laterally, and backward.	Sphenoid Wing
	ALVEOLAR PROCESS	C89749	Alveolar Margin;Alveolar Ridge	The thickened bony structures in the mandible and maxilla that contain the sockets of the teeth.	Alveolar Ridge
	ALVEOLUS	C12986	Alveoli	Any of the terminal sacs in the lungs through which gas exchange takes place with the pulmonary capillary blood.	Alveolus
	AMNIOTIC FLUID	C13188	Aqua Amnii	The fluid within the amniotic cavity which surrounds and protects the developing embryo. (NCI)	Amniotic Fluid
	AMPULLA OF VATER	C13011		The junction of the common bile and main pancreatic ducts, which protrudes into the medial aspect of the descending duodenum at the major duodenal papilla.	Ampulla of Vater
	AMYGDALA	C12440	Amygdala;Amygdaloid Body;Amygdaloid Nucleus	A group of nuclei adjacent to the lateral ventricle of the brain within the temporal lobe, and is part of the limbic system.	Amygdala
	ANAL CANAL	C12375		The terminal section of the alimentary canal, which extends from the anorectal junction and ends at the anal opening. (NCI)	Anal Canal
	ANAL REGION	C32069		The area that includes the anus and the perianal skin.	Anal Region
	ANAL SPHINCTER	C165177		The internal and external muscles surrounding the anus that maintain continence.	Anal Sphincter
	ANAL VERGE	C25419		The transitional zone between the moist, hairless, modified skin of the anal canal and the perianal skin.	Anal Margin
	ANASTOMOSIS	C15609	Anastomosis	A natural or surgically-induced connection between tubular structures in the body. (NCI)	Anastomosis
	ANCONEUS MUSCLE	C186101		A muscle of the elbow, in general extending from the lateral epicondyle of the humerus to the lateral surface of the ulnar olecranon; primary function is to extend the forearm and stabilize the elbow joint.	Anconeus Muscle
	ANGULAR GYRUS	C32077		A ridge on the posterior part of the inferior parietal lobule.	Angular Gyrus
	ANKLE JOINT ANTERIOR EXTENSOR TENDONS	C161390		The tendons in the anterior compartment of the leg that cross the tibiotalar joint anteriorly and connect muscles that originate on the surfaces of the tibia and fibula to bones in the toes, enabling dorsiflexion of the foot at the ankle and extension of the toes. (NCI)	Ankle Joint Anterior Extensor Tendons
	ANKLE JOINT ANTERIOR FLEXOR TENDONS	C161389		The tendons in the anterior compartment of the leg that connect muscles that originate on the surfaces of the femur, tibia, and fibula to bones in the toes, enabling plantar flexion of the foot at the ankle. (NCI)	Ankle Joint Anterior Flexor Tendons
	ANKLE JOINT	C32078	Ankle;Ankle Joint	A gliding joint between the distal ends of the tibia and fibula and the proximal end of the talus. (NCI)	Ankle Joint
	ANKLE MORTISE	C117868	Talar Mortise	A rectangular socket or bony arch that connects the ends of the tibia and fibula to the talus.	Ankle Mortise
	ANORECTUM	C186102		The distal portion of the gastrointestinal tract that includes the anal canal and rectum.	Anorectum
	ANTECUBITAL FOSSA	C103238	Antecubital Region	A triangular space on the anterior side of the elbow joint. Three main veins of the arm, the brachial artery, the medial nerve and the tendon of the biceps muscle pass through this space.	Antecubital Fossa
	ANTERIOR CINGULATE CORTEX	C139185		The part of the cingulate cortex that lies most frontal, with the most anterior portion of the cortex bending in a horseshoe shape around the genu of the corpus callosum.	Anterior Cingulate Cortex
	ANTERIOR CINGULATE GYRUS	C187996		The part of the cingulate gyrus that lies inferior to the superior frontal gyrus, and is separated from it by the cingulate sulcus; it ends inferior to the rostrum of the corpus callosum.	Anterior Cingulate Gyrus
	ANTERIOR HORN OF THE LATERAL VENTRICLE	C32637	Frontal Horn of the Lateral Ventricle	The part of the lateral ventricle located in the frontal lobe, anterior to the interventricular foramen of Monroe, and bounded by the septum pellucidum, fornix, and genu of the corpus callosum.	Frontal Horn of the Lateral Ventricle
	ANTERIOR INFERIOR CEREBELLAR ARTERY	C32091	AICA	A basilar artery branch that supplies the anterior portion of the inferior surface of the cerebellum.	Anterior Inferior Cerebellar Artery
	ANTERIOR MEDIASTINAL LYMPH NODE	C32097	Prevascular Lymph Node	A lymph node located in the anterior part of the mediastinum.	Anterior Mediastinal Lymph Node
	ANTERIOR SUPERIOR ILIAC SPINE	C139187		A bony projection from the anterior region of the iliac crest, and is the site of attachment for the sartorius and tensor fascia latae muscles and the inguinal ligament.	Anterior Superior Iliac Spine
	ANTERIOR TIBIAL ARTERY	C12825		An artery of the lower extremity that supplies blood to the anterior part of the leg and the foot.	Anterior Tibial Artery
	ANTERIOR TIBIAL VEIN	C32115		The vein that runs parallel to the anterior tibial artery and empties into the popliteal vein.	Anterior Tibial Vein
	ANTRUM PYLORI	C12259	Antrum Pylori	The initial part of the pyloric canal of the stomach. This site contains endocrine cells that produce gastrin and somatostatin. (NCI)	Antrum Pylori
	ANUS	C43362		The distal orifice of the digestive tract located between the rectum and the external surface of the body, comprising glandular, transitional, and squamous epithelium.	Anus
	AORTA	C12669		The major artery of the body; it arises from the left ventricle of the heart and terminally bifurcates into the common iliac arteries.	Aorta
	AORTIC ARCH	C32123	Aortic Arch	The curved segment of the aorta between the ascending and the descending segments.	Aortic Arch
	AORTIC BODY	C97112		A small mass that is located on the inferior surface of the aortic arch. It functions as a peripheral chemoreceptor and is composed of glomus cells.	Aortic Body
	AORTIC VALVE ANNULUS	C130167		A fibrous membrane that attaches to, and provides support for, the aortic valve leaflets.	Aortic Valve Annulus
	AORTIC VALVE	C12670		A cardiac valve located between the left ventricle and the aorta.	Aortic Valve
	AORTIC VALVE, LEFT CORONARY CUSP	C127638	Aortic Valve, Left Semilunar Cusp	The cusp of the aortic valve that overlies the left coronary ostium.	Left Coronary Cusp of the Aortic Valve
	AORTIC VALVE, NON-CORONARY CUSP	C127639	Aortic Valve, Posterior Semilunar Cusp	The cusp of the aortic valve that is positioned posteriorly relative to the left and right aortic cusps.	Non-Coronary Cusp of the Aortic Valve
	AORTIC VALVE, RIGHT CORONARY CUSP	C127640	Aortic Valve, Right Semilunar Cusp	The cusp of the aortic valve that overlies the right coronary ostium.	Right Coronary Cusp of the Aortic Valve
	AORTICOPULMONARY SEPTUM	C186103		The wall that separates the aorta and pulmonary arteries during embryonic development.	Aorticopulmonary Septum
	AORTO-ILIAC PERIPHERAL ARTERY	C116166		The segment of the blood vessels that includes the iliac artery and its origin from the aorta.	Aortoiliac Artery Segment
	AORTOCAVAL LYMPH NODE	C118775		A lymph node located in the area between the abdominal aorta and inferior vena cava. (NCI)	Aortocaval Lymph Node
	AORTOPULMONARY WINDOW LYMPH NODE	C116165		A lymph node located in the aortopulmonary window.	Aortopulmonary Window Lymph Node
	APPENDICEAL TIP	C83470		The distal end of the appendix. (NCI)	Appendiceal Tip
	APPENDICULAR SKELETON	C49477		The part of the skeleton that includes the bones of the upper and lower limbs, including the shoulder and pelvic girdles	Appendicular Skeleton
	APPENDIX	C12380		A pouch-like tissue attached to the cecum, which may exist as a diverticulum.	Appendix
	AQUEOUS HUMOR	C13190	Aqueous Humour	The watery fluid which is present in the anterior and posterior chambers of the eye. (NCI)	Aqueous Humor
	ARM SKIN	C52754	Arm Skin	The integument that covers the arm.	Arm Skin
	ARM	C32141	Arm;Brachium;Upper Arm	The portion of the upper extremity between the shoulder and the elbow.	Arm
	ARTERY	C12372	Artery	A blood vessel that carries blood away from the heart. (NCI)	Artery
	ASCENDING AORTA	C32150		The portion of the aorta that emerges from the left ventricle and precedes the aortic arch.	Ascending Aorta
	ASCENDING AORTA, AORTIC ROOT	C127641		The portion of the ascending aorta between the aortic annulus and the sinotubular junction.	Aortic Root
	ASCENDING AORTA, SINOTUBULAR JUNCTION	C127642		The terminus of the aortic root; the point at which the aorta attains a tubular configuration.	Sinotubular Junction
	ASCENDING AORTA, SINUS OF VALSALVA	C33557		Any one of the naturally occurring sinuses of the aortic root distal to the semilunar valve.	Sinus of Valsalva
	ATRIOVENTRICULAR SEPTUM	C186104		The confluence of the atrial septum and the ventricular septum.	Atrioventricular Septum
	ATRIOVENTRICULAR VALVE	C176322		Either of the two valves in the heart situated between the atria and ventricles, i.e., the mitral valve or the tricuspid valve.	Atrioventricular Valve
	AUDITORY OSSICLE	C32164	Ossicles of the Ear	Any of the small bones in the middle ear that transmit acoustic vibrations from the eardrum to the inner ear.	Auditory Ossicle
	AXIAL SKELETON	C32172		The part of the skeleton that includes the skull and spinal column and sternum and ribs. (NCI)	Axial Skeleton
	AXILLA	C12674	Armpit;Axilla	The underside concavity where the arm and the shoulder are joined. (NCI)	Axilla
	AXILLARY ARTERY	C32169		An artery that originates from the subclavian artery at the lateral margin of the first rib. It supplies the brachial artery.	Axillary Artery
	AXILLARY LYMPH NODE LEVEL I	C123461		Axillary lymph nodes located inferolateral to pectoralis minor.	Axillary Lymph Node Level I
	AXILLARY LYMPH NODE LEVEL II	C123462		Axillary lymph nodes located posterior to pectoralis minor.	Axillary Lymph Node Level II
	AXILLARY LYMPH NODE LEVEL III	C123463		Axillary lymph nodes located superomedial to pectoralis minor.	Axillary Lymph Node Level III
	AXILLARY LYMPH NODE	C12904		Lymph node(s) in the axillary region.	Axillary Lymph Node
	AXILLARY VEIN	C32171		A large blood vessel which returns blood to the heart from the lateral thorax, axilla and upper limb. Each side of the body contains one axillary vein.	Axillary Vein
	AZYGOS VEIN	C53029		A blood vessel which returns blood to the heart from the posterior walls of the thorax and abdomen.	Azygos Vein
	BACK	C13062	Back	The dorsal area between the base of the neck and the sacrum. (NCI)	Back
	BASAL GANGLIA	C12447		Clusters of neurons comprising the globus pallidus, putamen, caudate, nucleus accumbens, substantia nigra and subthalamic nucleus.	Basal Ganglia
	BASE OF THE TONGUE	C12228		The posterior one third of the tongue behind the terminal sulcus that forms the anterior aspect of the oro-pharynx.	Base of Tongue
	BASILAR ARTERY	C12676		An artery of the brain; in general it arises from the union of the two vertebral arteries at the posterior border of the pons and branches at the anterior border to form the two superior and two posterior cerebral arteries.	Basilar Artery
	BASILIC VEIN	C32197	Basilic Vein	One of the moderately large superficial veins of the forearm that transports blood from the hand and the medial aspect of the forearm to the axillary vein. (NCI)	Basilic Vein
	BASIOCCIPITAL BONE	C186105		The basilar portion of the occipital bone; it is present during fetal development and later fuses with the occipital bone.	Basioccipital Bone
	BASISPHENOID BONE	C186106		One of the bones of the orbit, situated rostrally to the basilar part of the occipital bone; it is present during fetal development and later fuses to form the posterior portion of the sphenoid bone.	Basisphenoid Bone
	BICEPS BRACHII MUSCLE	C32200		A muscle of the proximal arm/forelimb, in general extending from the scapula to the radius and adjacent fascia; primary function is flexion of the elbow joint and, in some species, also functions in supination of the antebrachium.	Biceps Brachii
	BICEPS FEMORIS MUSCLE	C53147		A muscle in the thigh, in general extending from the ischial tuberosity and posterior femur to the fibula; primary function is to extend the femorotibial joint.	Biceps Femoris
	BILE DUCT	C12376		Any of the ducts conveying bile between the liver and the intestine, including hepatic, cystic, and common bile duct.	Bile Duct
	BILIARY TRACT	C12678	Biliary Tract	The duct system that transports bile from its origination by hepatocytes in the liver to the small intestine. It is comprised of the common bile duct that connects the liver and gall bladder to the small intestine and the cystic duct that connects the gall bladder to the common bile duct. (NCI)	Biliary Tract
	BLADDER WALL	C48941		The tissue layers that form the urinary bladder. They include the mucosa, submucosa, smooth muscle, and serosa.	Bladder Wall
	BLADDER	C12414	Urinary Bladder	The distensible sac-like organ that functions as a reservoir of urine, collecting from the kidneys and eliminating via the urethra. (NCI)	Bladder
	BLADDER, APEX	C198292		The anterosuperior part of the bladder that points towards the abdominal wall.	Bladder Apex
	BLADDER, BODY	C198293		The large area of the bladder situated between the apex and the fundus.	Bladder Body
	BLADDER, DOME	C12332	Dome of the Bladder	The upper, convex surface of the bladder. (NCI)	Dome of the Bladder
	BLADDER, FUNDUS	C48939	Fundus of the Bladder	The portion of the bladder that is formed by the posterior wall and is located opposite to the bladder opening. (NCI)	Bladder Fundus
	BLADDER, NECK	C12336	Neck of the Bladder	The inferior portion of the urinary bladder which is formed as the walls of the bladder converge and become contiguous with the proximal urethra. (NCI)	Bladder Neck
	BLADDER, TRIGONE	C12331	Trigone of the Bladder	The triangular area in the bladder mucosa that is formed by the two ureteral orifices and the urethral orifice. (NCI)	Bladder Trigone
	BLOOD VESSEL	C12679		A tubular structure through which the blood circulates in the body. Blood vessels constitute a network composed of arteries, arterioles, capillaries, venules, and veins. (NCI)	Blood Vessel
	BLOOD	C12434	Peripheral Blood;Whole Blood	A liquid tissue with the primary function of transporting oxygen and carbon dioxide. It supplies the tissues with nutrients, removes waste products, and contains various components of the immune system defending the body against infection.	Blood
	BODY OF STOMACH	C12258	Body of Stomach	The main section of the digestive tube that connects the esophagus to the small intestine. The body proper excludes the upper and lower sections of the fundus and pyloric portion respectively. (NCI)	Body of Stomach
	BODY	C13041	Whole Body	The entire physical structure of an organism. It is composed of anatomic systems, regions, cavities, and spaces. (NCI)	Body
	BONE MARROW	C12431		The tissue occupying the spaces of some bones. It consists of blood vessel sinuses and a network of hematopoietic cells.	Bone Marrow
	BONE	C12366		Calcified connective tissue that forms the skeletal components of the body. (NCI)	Bone
	BRACHIAL ARTERY	C12681		An artery of the forelimb; in general it arises from the axillary artery and branches to form the radial and ulnar arteries.	Brachial Artery
	BRACHIAL LYMPH NODE	C92221		Lymph node(s) adjacent to the brachial vein.	Brachial Lymph Node
	BRACHIAL PLEXUS	C12682	Brachial Plexus	A nerve network originating from spinal nerves in the cervical and thoracic vertebrae and giving rise to multiple nerves that innervate the arm/forelimb.	Brachial Plexus
	BRACHIAL VEIN	C12883		A vein of the arm/forelimb; in general it arises from the union of the radial and ulnar veins and drains into the axillary vein.	Brachial Vein
	BRACHIALIS MUSCLE	C53149		A muscle that originates from the lower two-thirds of the anterior surface of the humerus that flexes the elbow. (NCI)	Brachialis
	BRACHIOCEPHALIC ARTERY	C32814	Innominate Artery	An artery of the mediastinum; in general it arises from the aortic arch and branches to form the right subclavian artery and one or both common carotid arteries.	Innominate Artery
	BRACHIORADIALIS MUSCLE	C150849		A muscle in the forearm, in general extending from the proximal two-thirds of the lateral supracondylar ridge of the humerus and inserting into the styloid process of the radius; primary function is flexion of the elbow and pronation and supination of the forearm.	Brachioradialis Muscle
	BRAIN STEM	C12441	Brain Stem	The part of the brain that connects the cerebral hemispheres with the spinal cord. It consists of the mesencephalon, pons, and medulla oblongata. (NCI)	Brain Stem
	BRAIN VENTRICLE	C12356	Brain Ventricle	The four connected cavities (hollow spaces) centrally located within the brain that connect posteriorly with the central canal of the spinal cord. (NCI)	Brain Ventricle
	BRAIN VENTRICLE, LATERAL	C12834		The rostral extensions of the ventricular system of the brain consisting of two cavities, one on each side of the brain within the central regions of each cerebral hemisphere. Cerebrospinal fluid flows from the lateral ventricles into the centrally third ventricle via the foramen of Monroe. (NCI)	Lateral Ventricle
	BRAIN	C12439	Nervous System, Brain	An organ composed of gray and white matter that is the center for intelligence and reasoning. It is protected by the bony cranium.	Brain
	BRAIN, EXTERNAL CAPSULE	C32550		A thin lamina of white matter comprising long association fibers located between the claustrum and putamen in the brain, and which connects the midportion of the superotemporal region with the midportion of the ventral and lateral aspects of the prefrontal cortex.	External Capsule
	BRAIN, FOURTH VENTRICLE	C12828		A diamond-shaped cavity filled with cerebrospinal fluid within the pons, extending between the obex in the caudal medulla and the aqueduct of Sylvius in the cerebellum.	Fourth Ventricle
	BRAIN, INTERNAL CAPSULE	C13082		A white matter structure in the subcortical region of the brain that contains a high concentration of motor and sensory projection nerve fibers. It consists of the anterior limb, genu, posterior limb, and the retrolentiform and sublentiform parts.	Internal Capsule
	BRAIN, PERIVENTRICULAR REGION	C132390		The area of the body surrounding the ventricles of the brain.	Periventricular Region
	BRAIN, THIRD VENTRICLE	C12827		A centrally placed component of the ventricular system of the brain that is located in the diencephalon; the thalamus and the hypothalamus border the third ventricle.	Third Ventricle
	BREAST	C12971	Breast	One of two hemispheric projections of variable size situated in the subcutaneous layer over the pectoralis major muscle on either side of the chest. (NCI)	Breast
	BROAD LIGAMENT	C12318		A wide fold of peritoneum that connects the uterus to the lateral walls and floor of the pelvis, and also attaches to the ovaries, fallopian tubes, ovarian ligaments, round ligament of the uterus, and ovarian and uterine arteries.	Broad Ligament
	BRONCHIAL STUMP	C186107		The part of a bronchus that remains after resection.	Bronchial Stump
	BRONCHIOLE	C12684		The smallest subdivisions of the bronchial tree, which are both acartilagenous and aglandular.	Bronchiole
	BRONCHUS	C12683	Bronchi	Tubular structure in continuation with the trachea, serving as an air passage.	Bronchus
	BUCCAL LYMPH NODE	C154770	Buccinator Lymph Node	Lymph node(s) that are located superficial to the buccinator muscle.	Buccal Lymph Node
	BUCCAL MUCOSA	C12505		The mucosal membranes located on the inside of the cheek, in the buccal cavity. (NCI)	Buccal Mucosa
	BULBAR CONJUNCTIVA	C12902		The part of the conjunctiva that covers the eyeball.	Bulbar Conjunctiva
	BUTTOCK	C89806	Buttock	Either of the fleshy mounds in the rear pelvic area of the human body formed by the gluteal muscles.	Buttock
	C1 VERTEBRA	C32239	C1 Vertebra	The first of the seven cervical vertebrae. (NCI)	C1 Vertebra
	C2 VERTEBRA	C32240	C2 Vertebra	The second of the seven cervical vertebrae. (NCI)	C2 Vertebra
	C3 VERTEBRA	C32241	C3 Vertebra	The third of the seven cervical vertebrae. (NCI)	C3 Vertebra
	C4 VERTEBRA	C32242	C4 Vertebra	The fourth of the seven cervical vertebrae. (NCI)	C4 Vertebra
	C5 VERTEBRA	C32243	C5 Vertebra	The fifth of the seven cervical vertebrae. (NCI)	C5 Vertebra
	C6 VERTEBRA	C32244	C6 Vertebra	The sixth of the seven cervical vertebrae. (NCI)	C6 Vertebra
	C7 VERTEBRA	C32245	C7 Vertebra	The seventh of the seven cervical vertebrae. (NCI)	C7 Vertebra
	CALCANEAL TUBEROSITY	C142295		A roughened surface on the superior portion of the posterior half of the calcaneus, where the calcaneal (Achilles) tendon inserts.	Calcaneal Tuberosity
	CALCANEUS	C32250	Calcaneum;Calcaneus Bone	The irregular and largest tarsal bone that forms the heel. (NCI)	Calcaneum
	CALCARINE SULCUS	C32252		A cerebral fissure that originates near the occipital lobe and terminates below the corpus callosum. (NCI)	Calcarine Sulcus
	CALF MUSCULAR VEIN	C154703		Any of the veins located within the muscles of the posterior lower leg, such as the gastrocnemial, soleal, and gemellar veins.	Calf Muscular Vein
	CALF	C93027		The posterior aspect of the lower extremity that extends from the knee to the foot. (NCI)	Calf
	CANINE TOOTH	C32258	Canine Tooth	A single-cusped (pointed) and usually single-rooted tooth located between the incisors and premolars. (NCI)	Canine Tooth
	CAPITATE BONE	C12856	Capitate Bone	The largest of eight carpal bones, located in the center of the hand. (NCI)	Capitate Bone
	CAPITATE-HAMATE JOINT	C139188		A condyloid synovial joint within the wrist connecting the capitate bone to the hamate bone.	Capitate-Hamate Joint
	CAPITATE-LUNATE JOINT	C139189		A condyloid synovial joint within the wrist connecting the capitate bone to the lunate bone.	Capitate-Lunate Joint
	CARDIAC VALVE	C12729		A valve located in the heart.	Cardiac Valve
	CARDIAC WALL	C139201		All of the tissue that comprises the solid, outer structure of the heart, including the epicardium, the myocardium, and the endocardium.	Cardiac Wall
	CARDIOPHRENIC LYMPH NODE	C121555	Cardiophrenic Angle Lymph Node	A lymph node located in the angle between the heart and diaphragm.	Cardiophrenic Lymph Node
	CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM	C12686	Circulatory System	A collection of organs including the heart and the blood vessels.	Cardiovascular System
	CARINA	C25264	Carina, Tracheal	A ridge at the bifurcation of the trachea where the primary bronchi meet.	Carina
	CAROTID ARTERY	C12687	Common Carotid Artery	An artery of the mediastinum and neck; in general it arises as a primary or secondary branch of the aortic arch and branches into the internal and external carotid arteries.	Common Carotid Artery
	CAROTID BODY	C66852		A cluster of cells that function as chemo-receptors, located near the bifurcation of the carotid artery.	Carotid Body
	CARPAL BONE	C12688		Any of the bones of the joint located between the radius and ulna and metacarpus.	Carpal Bone
	CARPOMETACARPAL JOINT 1	C103912	CMC1	A saddle-shaped synovial joint between the metacarpal of the thumb and the trapezium. (NCI)	Carpometacarpal Joint 1
	CARPOMETACARPAL JOINT 2	C103913	CMC2	A plane joint primarily between the second metacarpal and the trapezoid, which also connects with the trapezium and capitate. (NCI)	Carpometacarpal Joint 2
	CARPOMETACARPAL JOINT 3	C103914	CMC3	A plane joint between the third metacarpal and the capitate. (NCI)	Carpometacarpal Joint 3
	CARPOMETACARPAL JOINT 4	C103915	CMC4	A plane joint between the fourth metacarpal and the hamate. (NCI)	Carpometacarpal Joint 4
	CARPOMETACARPAL JOINT 5	C103916	CMC5	A plane joint between the fifth metacarpal and the pisiform. (NCI)	Carpometacarpal Joint 5
	CARPOMETACARPAL JOINT	C32265		The articulation of the proximal bases of the metacarpal bones and the distal carpal bones in the fingers, and the first metacarpal bone and the trapezium bone of the wrist in the thumb.	Carpometacarpal Joint
	CARTILAGE	C12373		A type of connective tissue composed of chondrocytes and an extracellular matrix composed of collagen, elastin, and ground substance. There are three types of cartilage; namely elastic, hyaline, and fibrocartilage.	Cartilage
	CAUDAL VERTEBRA	C176319		Any of the vertebrae below or posterior to the sacral vertebrae and that form the tail.	Caudal Vertebra
	CAUDATE NUCLEUS	C12451		The gray matter adjacent to each lateral ventricle of the brain that comprises the medial dorsal striatum of the basal ganglia.	Caudate Nucleus
	CECUM	C12381		The pouch-like portion of the proximal large intestine opening into the colon.	Cecum
	CELIAC ARTERY	C52846	Celiac Trunk	An artery of the abdomen; in general it arises from the abdominal aorta below the diaphragm and branches to form the left gastric artery, common hepatic artery, and splenic artery.	Celiac Artery
	CELIAC LYMPH NODE	C65166	Celiac Axis Lymph Node;Celiac Lymph Node	A lymph node at the base of the celiac artery. (NCI)	Celiac Lymph Node
	CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM	C12438		The part of the nervous system that consists of the brain, spinal cord, and meninges. (NCI)	Central Nervous System
	CEPHALIC VEIN	C32286	Vena Cephalica	A vein of the arm/forelimb; in general it arises from the dorsal venous network of the hand/forefoot and drains into the axillary vein.	Cephalic Vein
	CEREBELLAR LOBE	C186108		Any one of the individual lobes that make up the cerebellum of the brain.	Cerebellar Lobe
	CEREBELLUM	C12445		The portion of the brain that extends from the brainstem through the cerebellar folia.	Cerebellum
	CEREBRAL ARTERY	C12691		Any artery supplying the cerebral cortex.	Cerebral Artery
	CEREBRAL CORTEX	C12443	Cerebral Cortex	The outer layer of the cerebrum composed of neurons and unmyelinated nerve fibers. It is responsible for memory, attention, consciousness and other higher levels of mental function.	Cerebral Cortex
	CEREBRAL HEMISPHERE, LEFT	C32955		The left half of the cerebrum.	Left Cerebral Hemisphere
	CEREBRAL HEMISPHERE, RIGHT	C33472		The right half of the cerebrum.	Right Cerebral Hemisphere
	CEREBRAL PEDUNCLE	C32291		The paired anterior portions of the midbrain consisting of the crus cerebri, the tegmentum, and the substantia nigra.	Cerebral Peduncle
	CEREBRAL SUBCORTEX	C98712	Cerebral Subcortex	The layer located below the cerebral cortex that includes the forebrain, midbrain and hindbrain. (NCI)	Cerebral Subcortex
	CEREBRAL VEIN	C53037		Any of the external or internal veins that drain the cerebral hemispheres.	Cerebral Vein
	CEREBRUM	C12351		The portion of the brain comprising the frontal, parietal, temporal, and occipital lobes and extending through the thalamus.	Cerebral Hemisphere
	CERVICAL LYMPH NODE	C32298		Lymph node(s) in the cervical region, or neck.	Cervical Lymph Node
	CERVICAL SPINE	C69313		The set of vertebrae immediately caudal to the skull.	Cervical Spine
	CERVICAL VERTEBRA	C12693		Any one of the seven vertebrae that are caudal to the skull, denoted as C1, C2, C3, C4, C5, C6 or C7.	Cervical Vertebra
	CERVICOVAGINAL REGION	C178002		The region of the body that comprises the uterine cervix and vagina. (NCI)	Cervicovaginal Region
	CERVIX UTERI	C12311	Cervix Uteri;Uterine Cervix	The portion of the uterus (or uterine horns) that empties into the vagina.	Cervix Uteri
	CHEEK	C13070		The soft tissue on the lateral aspects of the face, generally bounded by the eyes, nose, ear, and jaw line.	Cheek
	CHEST WALL	C62484	Chest Wall	The total system of structures outside the lungs that move as a part of breathing; it includes all structures from the skin to the parietal pleura. (NCI)	Chest Wall
	CHEST	C25389	Chest	The anterior side of the thorax from the neck to the abdomen. The shape of the chest is often regarded as potential insight into a disease process, as in the case of barrel chest and respiratory dysfunction. (NCI)	Chest
	CHIN	C81169		The part of the face below the lower lip and including the protruding part of the lower jaw.	Mentum
	CHORDAE TENDINEAE	C32307	Chorda Tendinea	Any of the tendons that connect the papillary muscles to the tricuspid and mitral valves.	Chordae Tendineae
	CHOROID PLEXUS	C12694		Blood vessels and ependyma forming villous structures in the ventricles of the brain.	Choroid Plexus
	CHOROID	C12344		A blood vessel-containing membrane of the eye that lies between the retina and the sclera. (NCI)	Choroid
	CILIARY BODY	C12345		Circumferential tissue located behind the iris and composed of muscle and epithelium.	Ciliary Body
	CINGULATE CORTEX	C52713		Part of the medial aspect of the cerebral cortex. (NCI)	Cingulate Cortex
	CIRCUMFLEX ARTERY AV GROOVE CONTINUATION ARTERY	C102287	CIRC AV;CIRCUMFLEX ARTERY AV GROOVE CONTINUATION ARTERY SEGMENT	The segment of the left circumflex artery that is distal to the third marginal branch, located in the atrioventricular groove.	Circumflex Artery AV Groove Continuation Artery
	CIRCUMFLEX, OBTUSE MARGINALS, LEFT POSTEROLATERAL AND LEFT POSTERIOR DESCENDING ARTERY BRANCHES	C102286		The left circumflex coronary artery and all of its branches.	Circumflex Artery and its Branches
	CLAVICLE	C12695		The paired bone that is situated between the sternum and the shoulder.	Clavicle
	CLAW	C176323		The curved, pointed appendage on the distal end of a digit, composed of keratin.	Claw
	CLITORIS	C12308		The erectile tissue in the vulva. It is composed of the corpora cavernosa and the glans clitoris.	Clitoris
	CLIVUS	C12494		A sloped depression between the dorsum sellae and foramen magnum at the base of the skull.	Clivus
	COCCYGEAL VERTEBRA	C32334	Coccygeal Vertebra	Four vertebral segments positioned at the base of the spine that are fused. (NCI)	Coccygeal Vertebra
	COCCYX	C12696	Coccyx	A small bone located at the bottom of the spine. The coccyx is a result of 3-5 fused rudimentary vertebrae. (NCI)	Coccyx
	COLON LYMPH NODE	C176317		A lymph node located in the colon.	Colon Lymph Node
	COLON WALL	C176315		The portion of the gastrointestinal tract wall that surrounds the cavity of the colon and contains teniae coli, haustra, and epiploic appendages.	Colon Wall
	COLON	C12382		The portion of the large intestine which extends from the cecum (or small intestine in animals that don't have a cecum) to the rectum.	Colon
	COLON, ASCENDING	C12265	Ascending Colon	The first part of the colon (large intestine) that starts in the right lower quadrant of the abdomen and ends at the transverse colon in the right upper quadrant of the abdomen. (NCI)	Ascending Colon
	COLON, DESCENDING	C12268	Descending Colon	The fourth portion of the large intestine (colon) that communicates with the transverse colon in the left-upper quadrant of the abdomen and the rectum below. (NCI)	Descending Colon
	COLON, HEPATIC FLEXURE	C12266	Hepatic Flexure;Right Colic Flexure	The bend at the junction of the ascending and transverse colon.	Hepatic Flexure
	COLON, LEFT	C33929	Left Colon	The portion of the large intestine that includes the descending and sigmoid colon. (NCI)	Left Colon
	COLON, RECTOSIGMOID	C103438		A portion of the large intestine that includes the sigmoid colon and rectum.	Rectosigmoid Colon
	COLON, RIGHT	C12383	Right Colon	The proximal segment of the large intestine that is located in the right side of the abdominal cavity. It includes the cecum (with the attached appendix) and the ascending colon. (NCI)	Right Colon
	COLON, SIGMOID	C12384	Sigmoid Colon	The portion of the colon that connects to the descending colon above and the rectum below. (NCI)	Sigmoid Colon
	COLON, SPLENIC FLEXURE	C12267	Left Colic Flexure;Splenic Flexure	The bend at the junction of the transverse and descending colon.	Splenic Flexure
	COLON, TRANSVERSE	C12385	Transverse Colon	The third division of the colon (large intestine). It communicates with the ascending colon in the upper right-hand quadrant of the abdomen and the descending colon in the upper left-hand quadrant. (NCI)	Transverse Colon
	COLONIC MUCOSA	C164003		The mucosal membranes that line the inner surface of the colon.	Colonic Mucosa
	COMMON BILE DUCT	C12698	Common Duct	A duct that conveys bile from the convergence of the cystic and hepatic duct to the duodenum.	Common Bile Duct
	COMMON FEMORAL ARTERY	C32354		An artery arising from the external iliac artery at the inguinal ligament which bifurcates forming the deep and superficial femoral arteries.	Common Femoral Artery
	COMMON FEMORAL VEIN	C154771		A vein that accompanies the common femoral artery and originates at the confluence of the femoral vein and the deep femoral vein.	Common Femoral Vein
	COMMON ILIAC ARTERY	C32357		An artery arising from the bifurcation of the abdominal aorta which then bifurcates forming the internal and external iliac arteries.	Common Iliac Artery
	COMMON ILIAC LYMPH NODE	C103384		A lymph node located adjacent to the common iliac artery. (NCI)	Common Iliac Lymph Node
	COMMON PALMAR DIGITAL ARTERY	C52744		Any of the arteries arising from the superficial palmar arch which run distally on the second, third and fourth lumbricals muscles to the interdigital clefts where each artery then separates into two proper palmar digital arteries.	Common Palmar Digital Artery
	CONJUNCTIVA	C12341		A thin tissue divided into the palpebral conjunctiva (covering the inner side of the eye lid) and the bulbar conjunctiva (covering the eyeball). (NCI)	Conjunctiva
	CORNEA	C12342		The transparent, avascular tissue covering the front of the eye and is continuous with the sclera.	Cornea
	CORNEAL ENDOTHELIUM	C12707		The endothelial layer of the cornea.	Corneal Endothelium
	CORNEAL EPITHELIUM	C12928		The epithelial layer of the cornea.	Corneal Epithelium
	CORNEAL STROMA	C12699		The stromal layer of the cornea.	Corneal Stroma
	CORONARY ARTERY	C12843		One of the arteries of the heart; in general it arises from the aortic root and supplies the myocardium.	Coronary Artery
	CORONARY ARTERY, ANTERIOR DESCENDING	C32089	Anterior Descending Coronary Artery;Left Anterior Descending Coronary Artery	A left coronary artery branch that descends on the anterior portion of the heart through the anterior interventricular groove. (NCI)	Anterior Descending Coronary Artery
	CORONARY ARTERY, LEFT	C12872	Left Coronary Artery;Left Main Coronary Artery;Left Main Coronary Artery Segment;LM	A coronary artery that arises from the aorta and bifurcates into the left anterior descending artery and the left circumflex artery. (NCI)	Left Coronary Artery
	CORONARY ARTERY, RIGHT	C12875	Right Coronary Artery	A coronary artery that originates above the right coronary cusp and supplies blood predominantly to the right side of the heart. (NCI)	Right Coronary Artery
	CORONARY SINUS	C32378		The coronary vein that terminates in the right atrium and transports deoxygenated blood from the coronary circulation.	Coronary Sinus
	CORONARY VEIN	C12882		A blood vessel in the heart which returns coronary blood to the right atrium.	Coronary Vein
	CORPUS CALLOSUM	C12446		A white matter structure within the brain that connects the left and right cerebral hemispheres.	Corpus Callosum
	CORPUS CALLOSUM, BODY	C32216		An area within the corpus callosum between the genu (anterior region) and the splenium (posterior region).	Body of the Corpus Callosum
	CORPUS CALLOSUM, GENU	C32675		The anterior portion of the corpus callosum that bends down and back.	Genu of the Corpus Callosum
	CORPUS CALLOSUM, SPLENIUM	C33610		The thick, convex posterior region of the corpus callosum.	Splenium of the Corpus Callosum
	CORPUS LUTEUM	C26465	Corpus Luteum	A group of cells that remain of the Graafian follicle following ovulation. This structure is composed of endocrine tissue and produces progesterone. This is needed to prepare the uterine lining for implantation by the fertilized egg. (NCI)	Corpus Luteum
	CORPUS STRIATUM	C12448		The portion of the brain consisting of the neostriatum and globus pallidus.	Corpus Striatum
	CORPUS UTERI	C12316	Uterine Body;Uterus, Corpus	The body of the uterus.	Corpus Uteri
	CORRUGATOR SUPERCILII MUSCLE	C163511		A muscle of the face, in general extending from the medial superciliary arch to the skin above the middle of the supraorbital margins; primary function is to move the eyebrows.	Corrugator Supercilii Muscle
	COSTAL CARTILAGE	C32391	Costal Cartilage	The cartilage positioned between the anterior end of the rib and the sternum. Its elasticity allows the ribcage to expand while breathing. (NCI)	Costal Cartilage
	COSTOCHONDRAL JOINT 1	C102288		The first hyaline cartilaginous joint between the ribs and costal cartilage.	Costochondral Joint 1
	COSTOCHONDRAL JOINT 7	C102289		The seventh hyaline cartilaginous joint between the ribs and costal cartilage.	Costochondral Joint 7
	CRANIAL CAVITY	C77638	Intracranial Cavity	The space that is formed by the bones of the skull, and contains the brain.	Cranial Cavity
	CRANIAL NERVE	C12700		Any of the 12 paired nerves that originate in the brain stem. (NCI)	Cranial Nerve
	CUBOID BONE	C32414	Cuboid Bone	A bone on the lateral side of the tarsus between the calcaneus and the fourth and fifth metatarsal bones. (NCI)	Cuboid Bone
	DELTOID MUSCLE	C32446		The muscle that creates the rounded contour of the shoulder which originates from the lateral third of the clavicle, the superior surface of the acromion process, and the posterior border of the spine of the scapula and inserts on the lateral side of the shaft of the humerus. (NCI)	Deltoid
	DENTAL ARCH	C174321		The curved or bowlike structure formed by the arrangement of teeth within the jaw.	Dental Arch
	DERMAL PAPILLAE OF THE FACE	C186109		Dermal projection on the face, generally associated with whiskers. (Makris S, Solomon HM, Clark R, Shiota K, Barbellion S, Buschmann J, Ema M, Fujiwara M, Grote K, Hazelden KP, Hew KW, Horimoto M, Ooshima Y, Parkinson M, Wise LD. Terminology of developmental abnormalities in common laboratory mammals (Version 2). Part B. Birth Defects Res B Dev Reprod Toxicol. 2009 Aug;86(4):227-327.)	Dermal Papillae Of The Face
	DESCENDING AORTA	C32455		The portion of the aorta distal to the aortic arch which passes into the chest and abdomen to create the thoracic and abdominal segments.	Descending Aorta
	DIAPHRAGM	C12702		A musculotendinous sheet separating the thoracic cavity from the abdominal cavity.	Diaphragm
	DIAPHRAGMATIC LYMPH NODE	C132391		Lymph node located adjacent to the diaphragm.	Diaphragmatic Lymph Node
	DIGIT	C40186		The most distal structure of the limb, usually containing claws or nails and pads.	Digit
	DIGITAL ARTERY	C177918		A type of artery that supplies blood to the fingers and toes. In the hand, the digital arteries include the common palmar digital arteries that arise from the superficial palmar arch, the proper palmar digital arteries that are branches of the common palmar digital arteries and occasionally have dorsal branches distal to the proximal interphalangeal joints, and the dorsal digital arteries that are branches of the dorsal metacarpal arteries. In the foot, the digital arteries include the plantar digital arteries that arise from the plantar arch and the dorsal digital arteries that are branches of the dorsal metatarsal arteries. (NCI)	Digital Artery
	DISTAL CIRCUMFLEX ARTERY	C102290	DCIRC;DISTAL CIRCUMFLEX ARTERY SEGMENT	The segment of the left circumflex artery that is between the second and third obtuse marginal branches.	Distal Circumflex Artery
	DISTAL COMMON BILE DUCT	C60801		The portion of the common bile duct that is closest to the intestine and furthest from the hepatic and cystic ducts.	Distal Common Bile Duct
	DISTAL EXTRAHEPATIC BILE DUCT REGION	C174320		The area of the body that extends from where the cystic duct meets the common bile duct to the common bile duct's insertion into the small intestine.	Distal Extrahepatic Bile Duct Region
	DISTAL FEMUR R1	C139208		The portion of the distal femur, identified during a dual x-ray absorptiometry (DXA) scan, that contains primarily metaphyseal or trabecular bone.	Distal Femur R1
	DISTAL INTERPHALANGEAL JOINT 2 OF THE FOOT	C114198	DIP2 of the Foot	A ginglymoid (hinge) synovial joint within the second digit of the foot articulating the middle and distal phalanges. (NCI)	Distal Interphalangeal Joint 2 of the Foot
	DISTAL INTERPHALANGEAL JOINT 2 OF THE HAND	C114188	DIP2 of the Hand	A ginglymoid (hinge) synovial joint within the second digit of the hand articulating the middle and distal phalanges. (NCI)	Distal Interphalangeal Joint 2 of the Hand
	DISTAL INTERPHALANGEAL JOINT 2	C102291	DIP2	A condyloid synovial joint within the second digit of the hand or foot articulating the middle and distal phalanges. (NCI)	Distal Interphalangeal Joint 2
	DISTAL INTERPHALANGEAL JOINT 3 OF THE FOOT	C114199	DIP3 of the Foot	A ginglymoid (hinge) synovial joint within the third digit of the foot articulating the middle and distal phalanges. (NCI)	Distal Interphalangeal Joint 3 of the Foot
	DISTAL INTERPHALANGEAL JOINT 3 OF THE HAND	C114189	DIP3 of the Hand	A ginglymoid (hinge) synovial joint within the third digit of the hand articulating the middle and distal phalanges. (NCI)	Distal Interphalangeal Joint 3 of the Hand
	DISTAL INTERPHALANGEAL JOINT 3	C102292	DIP3	A condyloid synovial joint within the third digit of the hand or foot articulating the middle and distal phalanges. (NCI)	Distal Interphalangeal Joint 3
	DISTAL INTERPHALANGEAL JOINT 4 OF THE FOOT	C114275	DIP4 of the Foot	A ginglymoid (hinge) synovial joint within the fourth digit of the foot articulating the middle and distal phalanges. (NCI)	Distal Interphalangeal Joint 4 of the Foot
	DISTAL INTERPHALANGEAL JOINT 4 OF THE HAND	C114273	DIP4 of the Hand	A ginglymoid (hinge) synovial joint within the fourth digit of the hand articulating the middle and distal phalanges. (NCI)	Distal Interphalangeal Joint 4 of the Hand
	DISTAL INTERPHALANGEAL JOINT 4	C102293	DIP4	A condyloid synovial joint within the fourth digit of the hand or foot articulating the middle and distal phalanges. (NCI)	Distal Interphalangeal Joint 4
	DISTAL INTERPHALANGEAL JOINT 5 OF THE FOOT	C114276	DIP5 of the Foot	A ginglymoid (hinge) synovial joint within the fifth digit of the foot articulating the middle and distal phalanges. (NCI)	Distal Interphalangeal Joint 5 of the Foot
	DISTAL INTERPHALANGEAL JOINT 5 OF THE HAND	C114274	DIP5 of the Hand	A ginglymoid (hinge) synovial joint within the fifth digit of the hand articulating the middle and distal phalanges. (NCI)	Distal Interphalangeal Joint 5 of the Hand
	DISTAL INTERPHALANGEAL JOINT 5	C102294	DIP5	A condyloid synovial joint within the fifth digit of the hand or foot articulating the middle and distal phalanges. (NCI)	Distal Interphalangeal Joint 5
	DISTAL LAD ARTERY	C102295	DISTAL LAD ARTERY SEGMENT;DLAD	The segment of the left anterior descending (LAD) artery that is distal to the third diagonal branch.	Distal Left Anterior Descending Artery
	DISTAL PHALANX 2 OF THE HAND	C139190		The bone that forms the tip of the second finger, as counted from the thenar side of the hand.	Hand Digit 2 Distal Phalanx
	DISTAL PHALANX 3 OF THE HAND	C139191		The bone that forms the tip of the third finger, as counted from the thenar side of the hand.	Hand Digit 3 Distal Phalanx
	DISTAL PHALANX 4 OF THE HAND	C139192		The bone that forms the tip of the fourth finger, as counted from the thenar side of the hand.	Hand Digit 4 Distal Phalanx
	DISTAL PHALANX 5 OF THE HAND	C139193		The bone that forms the tip of the fifth finger, as counted from the thenar side of the hand.	Hand Digit 5 Distal Phalanx
	DISTAL RADIOULNAR JOINT	C139194		The articulation of the distal head of the ulna bone and the ulnar notch of the radius.	Distal Radioulnar Joint
	DISTAL RIGHT CORONARY ARTERY CONDUIT	C102296	DISTAL RIGHT CORONARY ARTERY CONDUIT SEGMENT;DRCA	The section of the right coronary artery distal to the origin of the acute marginal artery.	Distal Right Coronary Artery Conduit
	DISTANT LYMPH NODE	C106042		Lymph node(s) that is distant to the anatomic region of interest.	Distant Lymph Node
	DORSAL MOTOR NUCLEUS	C12934		A brain nucleus located in the medulla oblongata. (NCI)	Dorsal Motor Nucleus
	DORSALIS PEDIS ARTERY	C32478	Dorsal Pedal Artery;Dorsalis Pedis Artery	An artery of the dorsal surface of the foot, originating from the anterior tibial artery of the lower leg. The following arterial branches originate from the dorsalis pedis artery: the arcuate artery of the foot and deep plantar artery. (NCI)	Dorsalis Pedis Artery
	DUCTUS ARTERIOSUS	C52854		An embryonic blood vessel that allows blood to bypass the lungs by connecting the pulmonary artery and the proximal descending aorta.	Ductus Arteriosus
	DUODENUM	C12263		The portion of the small intestine between the stomach and jejunum.	Duodenum
	DURA MATER	C32488		The outermost, toughest, and most fibrous of the three membranes (meninges) that surround and protect the brain and spinal cord. (NCI)	Dura Mater
	DURAL VENOUS SINUS	C102627		Venous channels within the dura mater of the brain which receives both blood from blood vessels within the brain as well as cerebrospinal fluid then drains into the internal jugular vein. Unlike other blood vessels, dural venous sinuses lack valves and other vessel associated layers.	Dural Venous Sinus
	EAR	C12394		A sensory organ that contains auditory and vestibular apparatuses.	Ear
	EAR, INNER	C12499	Internal Ear;Labyrinth	The innermost portion of the ear that contains the vestibule, cochlea and semicircular canals.	Inner Ear
	EAR, OUTER	C12292	Auricle;External Ear;Pinna	The external part of the ear. (NCI)	External Ear
	EARLOBE	C32999		The soft fleshy portion of the lower external ear composed of areolar and adipose connective tissues. (NCI)	Lobule of the Auricle
	ELBOW EXTENSOR MUSCLES	C163512		A group of two muscles in the upper extremity, the triceps brachii and anconeus; primary function is to straighten the arm at the elbow joint.	Elbow Extensors
	ELBOW FLEXOR MUSCLES	C163513		A group of three muscles in the upper extremity, the brachialis, biceps brachii, and the brachioradialis; primary function is to bend the arm at the elbow joint.	Elbow Flexors
	ELBOW JOINT	C32497	Elbow;Elbow Joint	A joint involving the humerus, radius and ulna bones.	Elbow Joint
	ENDOCARDIUM	C13004		The layer of endothelial cells and connective tissue lining the chambers of the heart. (NCI)	Endocardium
	ENDOCERVIX	C12309		The portion of the cervix which is lined by single columnar epithelium (mucosa). (NCI)	Endocervix
	ENDOMETRIAL CAVITY	C32514	Endometrial Cavity	A space inside the uterus lined by a layer of mucous membranes called the endometrium.	Endometrial Cavity
	ENDOMETRIUM	C12313		The mucous membrane comprising the inner layer of the uterine wall.	Endometrium
	ENTORHINAL CORTEX	C97338		A brain region in the medial temporal lobe near the hippocampus. (NCI)	Entorhinal Cortex
	EPICARDIUM	C13164		The outer membranous connective tissue layer of the heart tissue. (NCI)	Epicardium
	EPICONDYLE	C69300	Epicondyle	A bone prominence to which ligaments and tendons of the joints are attached. (NCI)	Epicondyle
	EPIDIDYMIS	C12328		A crescent-like structure located adjacent to the testis. It consists of a single highly coiled duct and is divided into 3 regions: caput (head), corpus (body) and cauda (tail).	Epididymis
	EPIDURAL SPACE	C41449		The body space between the dura mater and the walls of the vertebral canal.	Epidural Spinal Canal Space
	EPIGASTRIC LYMPH NODE	C139195		A parietal lymph node located along the inferior epigastric vessels.	Epigastric Lymph Node
	EPIGASTRIC REGION	C32525		The most superior, central area of the abdomen, lying immediately superior to the umbilicus and bounded laterally by the costal margins.	Epigastric Region
	EPIGLOTTIS	C12709	Epiglottis	A small cartilagenous flap-like valve that closes over the larynx during swallowing to prevent food entering the lungs. (NCI)	Epiglottis
	EPITROCHLEAR LYMPH NODE	C98182		A lymph node located above and adjacent to the elbow. (NCI)	Epitrochlear Lymph Node
	ESOPHAGEAL LYMPH NODE	C139196		Any lymph node located near the esophagus, including cervical, and upper, middle, and lower thoracic lymph nodes.	Esophageal Lymph Node
	ESOPHAGEAL MUCOSA	C32538		The mucosal membranes that line the inner surface of the esophagus.	Esophageal Mucosa
	ESOPHAGUS	C12389		The portion of the digestive tract between the pharynx and stomach.	Esophagus
	ESOPHAGUS, ABDOMINAL	C12252	Abdominal Esophagus	Clinical esophageal segment composed of smooth muscle. It corresponds to the inferior part of the lower third topographic segment of the esophagus. (NCI)	Abdominal Esophagus
	ESOPHAGUS, CERVICAL	C12250	Cervical Esophagus	Clinical esophageal segment composed of skeletal muscle. It corresponds to the superior part of the upper third topographic segment of the esophagus. (NCI)	Cervical Esophagus
	ESOPHAGUS, LOWER THIRD	C12255	Lower Third of the Esophagus	The lower one third of the esophagus in which the muscle layer is composed of muscle cells predominantly of the smooth type. (NCI)	Lower Third of the Esophagus
	ESOPHAGUS, MIDDLE THIRD	C12254	Middle Third of the Esophagus	The middle one third of the esophagus in which the muscle layer is composed of muscle cells of the striated and smooth types.	Middle Third of the Esophagus
	ESOPHAGUS, THORACIC LOWER	C198294		The portion of the thoracic esophagus from midway between the tracheal bifurcation and gastroesophageal junction to gastroesophageal junction, including abdominal esophagus. (SEER)	Lower Thoracic Esophagus
	ESOPHAGUS, THORACIC MID	C198295	Middle Thoracic Esophagus	The portion of the thoracic esophagus from the tracheal bifurcation midway to the gastroesophageal junction. (SEER)	Middle Thoracic Esophagus
	ESOPHAGUS, THORACIC UPPER	C198296		The portion of the thoracic esophagus from the thoracic inlet to the level of the tracheal bifurcation. (SEER)	Upper Thoracic Esophagus
	ESOPHAGUS, THORACIC	C12251	Thoracic Esophagus	Clinical esophageal segment composed of smooth muscle. It includes the middle third topographic segment, as well as parts of the upper and lower thirds. (NCI)	Thoracic Esophagus
	ESOPHAGUS, UPPER THIRD	C12253	Upper Third of the Esophagus	The upper one third of esophagus in which the muscle layer is composed of muscle cells of the striated type. (NCI)	Upper Third of the Esophagus
	ETHMOID BONE	C12711	Ethmoid Bone	A light and spongy bone that is cubical in shape. This bone is positioned at the anterior part of the cranium, sitting between the two orbits, at the roof of the nose. It consists of four parts: a horizontal or cribriform plate; a perpendicular plate; and two lateral masses or labyrinths. (NCI)	Ethmoid Bone
	ETHMOID SINUS	C12276	Ethmoid Sinus	A sinus of the meatuses of the nasal cavity. (NCI)	Ethmoid Sinus
	EXOCCIPITAL BONE	C186110		The lateral portions of the occipital bone lying on either side of the foramen magnum; it is present during fetal development and later fuses with the occipital bone.	Exoccipital Bone
	EXTENSOR CARPI RADIALIS MUSCLES	C187833		A group of two muscles of the hand, the extensor carpi radialis brevis and extensor carpi radialis longus. Primary function is radial extension and abduction or deviation of the wrist.	Extensor Carpi Radialis Muscles
	EXTENSOR CARPI ULNARIS MUSCLE	C52914		A muscle of the wrist, in general extending from the humeral and ulnar heads to the base of the fifth metacarpal bone; primary function is to extend and abduct the wrist toward the ulna.	Extensor Carpi Ulnaris
	EXTENSOR DIGITI MINIMI MUSCLE	C186111		A muscle of the forearm, in general extending from the lateral epicondyle of the humerus to the extensor expansion of the fifth digit; primary function is to extend the fifth digit at the metacarpophalangeal joint.	Extensor Digiti Minimi Muscle
	EXTENSOR DIGITORUM BREVIS MUSCLE	C163514		A muscle in the foot, in general extending from the superolateral surface of the anterior calcaneus to the lateral sides of the tendons of extensor digitorum longus on the second, third and fourth toes; primary function is to extend the second, third and fourth toes.	Extensor Digitorum Brevis Muscle
	EXTENSOR DIGITORUM LONGUS MUSCLE	C52918	Long Digital Extensor Muscle	A muscle extending from the lateral surface of the tibia to the digits; primary function is the extension of the digits and flexion of the tarsal joint.	Extensor Digitorum Longus
	EXTENSOR DIGITORUM MUSCLE	C52916		A muscle of the hand, in general extending from the lateral epicondyle of the humerus to the base of the proximal, middle, and distal phalanges; primary function is to extend the fingers.	Extensor Digitorum Communis
	EXTENSOR HALLUCIS BREVIS MUSCLE	C163515		A muscle in the foot, in general extending from the superior surface of the anterior calcaneus to the dorsal surface of the base of the proximal phalanx of the big toe; primary function is to extend the big toe.	Extensor Hallucis Brevis Muscle
	EXTENSOR HALLUCIS LONGUS MUSCLE	C186112		A muscle of the lower leg, in general extending from the middle third of the medial surface of the fibula and the adjacent interosseous membrane to the base and dorsal center of the distal phalanx of the great toe; primary function is to extend the big toe and dorsiflex the ankle.	Extensor Hallucis Longus Muscle
	EXTENSOR INDICIS PROPRIUS MUSCLE	C186113		A muscle of the forearm, in general extending from the posterior surface of the ulna to the base of the second proximal phalanx and the tendon of the extensor digitorum muscle; primary function is to extend the second digit at metacarpophalangeal and interphalangeal joints.	Extensor Indicis Proprius Muscle
	EXTENSOR POLLICIS BREVIS MUSCLE	C186114		A muscle of the forearm, in general extending from the posterior surface of the distal third of the radius and the adjacent interosseous membrane to the posterior surface of the base of the proximal phalanx of the thumb; primary function is to extend the thumb at the carpometacarpal and metacarpophalangeal joints.	Extensor Pollicis Brevis Muscle
	EXTENSOR POLLICIS LONGUS MUSCLE	C186115		A muscle of the forearm, in general extending from the posterior surface of the middle third of the ulna and the adjacent interosseous membrane to the posterior surface of the base of the distal phalanx of the thumb; primary function is to extend the thumb at the metacarpophalangeal and interphalangeal joints and extend and abduct the wrist joint.	Extensor Pollicis Longus Muscle
	EXTERNAL ACOUSTIC MEATUS	C12498	Auditory Canal;Ear Canal;External Acoustic Meatus;External Auditory Canal;External Auditory Meatus	A tubular structure that runs from the outer ear to the tympanic membrane.	External Acoustic Meatus
	EXTERNAL ILIAC ARTERY	C32558		An artery arising from the bifurcation of the common iliac artery in the lower torso. The external iliac artery becomes the femoral artery and is the main blood supply for the leg.	External Iliac Artery
	EXTERNAL ILIAC LYMPH NODE	C88143		A lymph node located along the external iliac artery. (NCI)	External Iliac Lymph Node
	EXTRAABDOMINAL LYMPH NODE	C165584		A lymph node that is located outside of the abdominal wall.	Extra-Abdominal Lymph Node
	EXTRAHEPATIC BILE DUCT	C32573		The portion of the biliary tract outside the liver; the common hepatic duct joins the cystic duct to form the common bile duct. (NCI)	Extrahepatic Bile Duct
	EXTRAHEPATIC PERIHILAR BILE DUCT REGION	C174319		The area of the body where the right and left hepatic ducts exit the liver and join to form the common hepatic duct that is proximal to the origin of the cystic duct. (PDQ)	Extrahepatic Perihilar Bile Duct Region
	EXTRAOCULAR MUSCLE	C33199	Oculomotor Muscle	A group of muscles in the orbit extending from the posterior orbit to the eye and upper eyelid; primary function is the movement of the eye and retraction of the upper eyelid.	Extraocular Muscle
	EYE BULGE	C176325		The external protuberance of the eyeball beneath the eyelid. (Makris S, Solomon HM, Clark R, Shiota K, Barbellion S, Buschmann J, Ema M, Fujiwara M, Grote K, Hazelden KP, Hew KW, Horimoto M, Ooshima Y, Parkinson M, Wise LD. Terminology of developmental abnormalities in common laboratory mammals (Version 2). Part B. Birth Defects Res B Dev Reprod Toxicol. 2009 Aug;86(4):227-327.)	Eye Bulge
	EYE	C12401	Eyeball	The sensory organ of vision.	Eye
	EYE, ANTERIOR CHAMBER	C12667		The space in the eye filled with aqueous humor and bounded by the cornea, a small portion of the sclera, a small portion of the ciliary body, the iris and lens. (Cline et al., Dictionary of Visual Science, 4th ed, p109)	Anterior Chamber of the Eye
	EYE, ANTERIOR SEGMENT	C12668		The front part of the eye, which is posteriorly bordered by posterior surfaces of the posterior lens capsule, lens zonules, and ciliary body; it includes the cornea, conjunctiva, lacrimal gland, tear film, iris, lens, ciliary body, anterior portion of the sclera, and anterior chamber.	Anterior Eye Segment
	EYE, VITREOUS CHAMBER	C33885	Postremal Chamber	The largest space within the eye which is bounded by the lens and the retina and filled with the gelatinous vitreous humor. (NCI)	Vitreous Chamber
	EYEBROW	C32575		The arched strip of hairs (supercilia) on the brow ridge (supercilium) above each eye socket.	Eyebrow
	EYELASH	C32576		Anyone of the short hairs that grow on the edge of the eyelid. (NCI)	Eyelash
	EYELID	C12713	Palpebra	The section of skin, containing muscle and conjunctiva, that covers and protects the eye.	Eyelid
	FACE	C13071		The portion of the head that contains the structures such as the eyes, nose, mouth, and jaws.	Face
	FACET JOINT	C32577	Facet Joint	A synovial joint between two adjacent vertebrae. The facet joint links the articular process of one vertebra and the inferior articular process of the adjacent vertebra. (NCI)	Facet Joint
	FACIAL BONE	C63706	Facial Bone	Any bone that contributes to the facial structures, except those bones that are part of the braincase. (NCI)	Facial Bone
	FACIAL MUSCLE	C13073	Mimetic Muscles	Any of the muscles of the face that are supplied by the facial nerve and control facial expressions.	Facial Muscle
	FACIAL NERVE	C12714	Seventh Cranial Nerve	A cranial nerve extending from the brain stem between the pons and medulla, which innervates the facial muscles, glands and the tongue.	Facial Nerve
	FALCIFORM LIGAMENT	C32582		A fold of tissue consisting of two layers of peritoneum extending from the notch of the anterior margin of the liver to the anterior abdominal wall and diaphragm.	Falciform Ligament
	FALLOPIAN TUBE	C12403	Fallopian Tube	The tube through which eggs pass from an ovary.	Fallopian Tube
	FASCIA	C13108		A sheet or band of fibrous connective tissue enveloping, separating, or binding together muscles, organs and other soft structures of the body.	Fascia
	FAT PAD	C176326		Encapsulated adipose tissue within the body.	Fat Pad
	FAUCES	C181454	Isthmus of Fauces;Oropharyngeal Isthmus	The anatomical opening formed by the arch of the hard palate at the back of the mouth, where the oral cavity and pharynx meet.	Oropharyngeal Isthmus
	FEMALE GENITALIA	C61600	Female Genitalia	Female internal and external organs of reproduction.	Female Genitalia
	FEMALE REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM	C12402		The sex organs of the female.	Female Reproductive System
	FEMORAL ARTERY	C12715		An artery of the thigh; in general it arises from the external iliac artery distal to the inguinal ligment and continues as the popliteal artery.	Femoral Artery
	FEMORAL CONDYLE	C114186		The rounded bony projection at the distal end of the femur.	Femoral Condyle
	FEMORAL HEAD	C32718	Femur Head	The highest portion of the femoral bone that articulates with the acetabulum. (NCI)	Head of the Femur
	FEMORAL LYMPH NODE	C98183		A lymph node located in the upper inner portion of the thigh. (NCI)	Femoral Lymph Node
	FEMORAL NECK	C61563	Femoral Neck	The short, constricted portion of the thigh bone between the femur head and the trochanter. (NCI)	Femoral Neck
	FEMORAL VEIN	C12716		A vein of the thigh; in general it arises from the popliteal vein and drains into the external iliac vein.	Femoral Vein
	FEMORO-POPLITEAL PERIPHERAL ARTERY	C116167		The segment of the blood vessels that includes the popliteal artery and its origin from the femoral artery.	Femoropopliteal Artery Segment
	FEMUR SHAFT	C96209		The cylindrical body of the femur. (NCI)	Femoral Shaft
	FEMUR	C12717	Bone, Femoral	The bone positioned between the pelvis and the femorotibial joint.	Femur
	FIBULA SHAFT	C120670		The elongated bony body of the fibula.	Fibular Shaft
	FIBULA	C12718		The long bone that is lateral to the tibia.	Fibula
	FIBULAR VEIN	C154772		A vein that arises from the plantar veins of the foot, accompanies the peroneal artery, and travels up the back of the leg to join the anterior and posterior tibial veins in forming the popliteal vein on the posterior surface of the knee.	Fibular Vein
	FINGER EXTENSOR MUSCLES	C163516		A group of six muscles in the upper extremity, the abductor pollicis longus, extensor pollicis brevis, extensor pollicis longus, extensor indicis, extensor digitorum, and extensor digiti minimi muscles; primary function is to straighten the fingers to open the hand.	Finger Extensors
	FINGER EXTENSOR TENDONS	C161384		The tendons located on the dorsal side of the fingers that connect muscles of the forearm and hand to bones in the fingers, enabling extension of the fingers. (NCI)	Finger Extensor Tendons
	FINGER FLEXOR MUSCLES	C163517		A group of three muscles in the upper extremity, the flexor digitorum superficialis, flexor digitorum profundus, and flexor pollicis longus muscles; primary function is to bend the fingers.	Finger Flexors
	FINGER FLEXOR TENDONS	C161383		The tendons located on the palm side of the fingers that connect the flexor muscles of the forearm and hand to bones in the fingers, enabling flexion towards the palm. (NCI)	Finger Flexor Tendons
	FINGER	C32608	Finger	Any of the digits of the hand. (NCI)	Finger
	FINGERNAIL	C32609	Fingernail	The nail at the end of a finger. (NCI)	Fingernail
	FINGERTIP	C187834		The most distal end of the finger, beyond the nail bed.	Fingertip
	FIRST DIAGONAL BRANCH ARTERY	C102297	1ST DIAG;FIRST DIAGONAL BRANCH ARTERY SEGMENT	The first artery arising from the left anterior descending (LAD) artery that supplies the anterolateral wall, when counted from proximal to distal.	First Diagonal Branch Artery
	FIRST DORSAL INTEROSSEOUS MUSCLE OF THE FOOT	C139197		A dorsal interosseous muscle of the foot that originates on the lateral side of the first metatarsal and the medial side of the second metatarsal, and inserts into the medial side of the base of the proximal phalanx of the second toe.	First Dorsal Interosseous Muscle of the Foot
	FIRST DORSAL INTEROSSEOUS MUSCLE OF THE HAND	C139198		A dorsal interosseous muscle of the hand that originates on the proximal half of the lateral border of the index metacarpal and the full length of the medial border of the thumb metacarpal, and inserts into the lateral side of the index finger.	First Dorsal Interosseous Muscle of the Hand
	FIRST LEFT POSTEROLATERAL BRANCH ARTERY	C102298	1ST LPL;FIRST LEFT POSTEROLATERAL BRANCH ARTERY SEGMENT	In an individual with a left-dominant heart, this is the first branch that arises from the circumflex artery atrioventricular groove continuation when counted from proximal to distal. It supplies the posterolateral wall.	First Left Posterolateral Branch Artery
	FIRST OBTUSE MARGINAL BRANCH ARTERY	C102299	1ST OM;FIRST OBTUSE MARGINAL BRANCH ARTERY SEGMENT	The first artery arising from the left circumflex artery that supplies the lateral wall, when counted from proximal to distal.	First Obtuse Marginal Branch Artery
	FIRST RIGHT POSTEROLATERAL ARTERY	C102300	1ST RPL;FIRST RIGHT POSTEROLATERAL ARTERY SEGMENT	In an individual with a right-dominant heart, this is the first branch that arises from the right coronary artery distal to the right posterior descending artery, when counted from proximal to distal.	First Right Posterolateral Artery
	FLANK	C93028		The region on either side of the body that extends from the last rib to the hip.	Flank
	FLEXOR CARPI RADIALIS MUSCLE	C53155		A muscle in the forearm running from the head of the humerus to the radial side of the wrist that flexes and radially abducts the hand. (NCI)	Flexor Carpi Radialis
	FLEXOR CARPI ULNARIS MUSCLE	C53156		A muscle in the forearm running from the humeral and ulnar heads to the ulnar side of the wrist that flexes and abducts the hand toward the ulna. (NCI)	Flexor Carpi Ulnaris
	FLEXOR DIGITORUM BREVIS MUSCLE	C163518		A muscle in the foot, in general extending from the medial process of the posterior calcaneal tuberosity to the borders of the middle phalanx of the four lateral toes; primary function is flexion of the four lateral toes and support of the medial and lateral longitudinal arches.	Flexor Digitorum Brevis Muscle
	FLEXOR DIGITORUM LONGUS MUSCLE	C52921		A muscle in the leg/hindlimb and foot/hindpaw, in general extending from the tibia to the phalanges; primary function is to flex the digits.	Flexor Digitorum Longus
	FLEXOR DIGITORUM PROFUNDUS MUSCLE	C52923		A muscle in the forearm beginning at the head of the ulna and ending with four tendons projecting to the second, third, fourth, and fifth fingers which flexes the midcarpal, metacarpophalangeal and interphalangeal joints. (NCI)	Flexor Digitorum Profundus
	FLEXOR DIGITORUM SUPERFICIALIS MUSCLE	C150850		A muscle in the forearm, in general extending from the humeroulnar and radial heads of the forearm to the middle phalanges of the second through fifth digits of the hand; primary function is flexion of the fingers at the proximal interphalangeal joints.	Flexor Digitorum Superficialis Muscle
	FLEXOR HALLUCIS BREVIS MUSCLE	C165998		A muscle in the foot, in general extending from the plantar surface of the cuboid bone to the medial and lateral sesamoid bones at the base of the proximal phalanx of the big toe; primary function is flexion of the big toe and the support of the medial longitudinal arch.	Flexor Hallucis Brevis Muscle
	FLEXOR HALLUCIS LONGUS MUSCLE	C52925		A muscle in the leg and foot, in general extending from the fibula to the distal surface of the big toe phalanx; primary function is to flex the big toe.	Flexor Hallucis Longus
	FLEXOR POLLICIS BREVIS MUSCLE	C186116		A muscle of the hand, whose superficial head extends from the flexor retinaculum and tubercle of the trapezium bone and deep head that extends from the trapezoid and capitate bones, extending to the lateral side of the base of the proximal phalanx of the thumb; primary function is to flex the thumb at the metacarpophalangeal joint.	Flexor Pollicis Brevis Muscle
	FLEXOR POLLICIS LONGUS MUSCLE	C150851		A muscle in the forearm, in general extending from the anterior surface of the radius and interosseous membrane to the palmar aspect of the base of the distal phalanx of the thumb; primary function is flexion of the thumb.	Flexor Pollicis Longus Muscle
	FLOOR OF MOUTH	C54187		The area of the mouth under the ventral surface of the tongue.	Floor of Mouth
	FONTANELLE	C32621	Fontanel;Soft Spot	The membrane-covered space between the skull bones of a neonate or fetus where ossification is not complete and sutures are not fully formed.	Fontanelle
	FOOT DIGIT 1	C52839	Big Toe	The largest and most medial toe of the foot. (NCI)	Foot Digit 1
	FOOT DIGIT 2	C52840	Index Toe	The second toe from the medial side of the foot. (NCI)	Foot Digit 2
	FOOT DIGIT 3	C52841	Middle Toe	The middle or third toe from the medial side of the foot. (NCI)	Foot Digit 3
	FOOT DIGIT 4	C52842	Fourth Toe	The fourth toe from the medial side of the foot. (NCI)	Foot Digit 4
	FOOT DIGIT 5	C52843	Little Toe	The smallest and most lateral toe of the foot. (NCI)	Foot Digit 5
	FOOT PHALANX	C52772	Foot Phalanx	A bone of the foot. (NCI)	Foot Phalanx
	FOOT	C32622		The entire structure distal to the ankle joint/tarsus, which includes the metatarsus and digit(s).	Foot
	FOREARM PRONATOR MUSCLES	C186117		A group of muscles in the ankle, the brachioradialis, pronator teres, pronator quadratus, and flexor carpi radialis muscles; primary function is to rotate the forearm so that the palm faces downward when the arm is extended at a right angle to the body.	Forearm Pronator Muscles
	FOREARM	C32628	Forearm	The structure on the upper limb, between the elbow and the wrist. (NCI)	Forearm
	FOREBRAIN	C40185		The largest part of the brain composed of the cerebral hemispheres, thalamus, hypothalamus, and the limbic system. (NCI)	Forebrain
	FOREHEAD	C89803	Forehead	The part of the face between the eyebrows and the normal hairline.	Forehead
	FORELIMB	C176321		The anterior, front or upper limb of an animal.	Fore Limb
	FOREPAW PHALANX	C186118	Forepaw Phalange	Any of the bones that make up the digits of the forepaw.	Forepaw Phalanx
	FORESKIN	C33049	Male Prepuce	A fold of skin covering the tip of the penis.	Male Prepuce
	FOVEA	C26463	Fovea Centralis	Area consisting of a small depression in the retina containing only cones and where vision is most acute.	Fovea Centralis
	FRONTAL BONE	C32635		A bone of the skull forming the front part of the skull, root of the nose, and the roof of both orbits.	Frontal Bone
	FRONTAL LOBE	C12352	Frontal Lobe	The part of the brain located anterior to the parietal lobes at the front of each cerebral hemisphere. (NCI)	Frontal Lobe
	FRONTAL SINUS	C12277	Frontal Sinus	The paired, mucosal lined air spaces located above the orbit and communicating with the nasal passages. (NCI)	Frontal Sinus
	FRONTALIS MUSCLE	C186119		A muscle of the forehead, in general extending from the galea aponeurotica at the top of the skull to the skin around the eyebrows and the top of the nose; primary function is to raise the eyebrows.	Frontalis Muscle
	FUNDUS OF THE EYE	C135172		The portion of the interior of the eye that includes the sensory retina, the optic disc, and the macula.	Eye Fundus
	FUNDUS OF THE STOMACH	C12257		The blind sac region of the glandular stomach.	Fundus of the Stomach
	FUNDUS UTERI	C12315		The upper, rounded portion of the uterus that is opposite from the cervix.	Fundus Uteri
	GALLBLADDER	C12377		A sac-like organ located adjacent to the liver that stores and concentrates bile produced by the liver.	Gallbladder
	GANGLION	C12719	Ganglia;Ganglion;Neural Ganglion	A cluster of nervous tissue principally composed of neuronal cell bodies external to the central nervous system (CNS). (NCI)	Ganglion
	GASTRIC CARDIA	C12256		The region of the stomach adjacent to the esophogastric junction.	Gastric Cardia
	GASTRIC CURVATURE LYMPH NODE	C154773		Lymph node(s) located between the two layers of the greater omentum, either superiorly along the cardiac half of the lesser curvature of the stomach or inferiorly along the pyloric half of the greater curvature of the stomach.	Gastric Curvature Lymph Node
	GASTRIC MUCOSA	C32656	Stomach Mucosa	The mucosal membranes that line the inner surface of the stomach.	Gastric Mucosa
	GASTROCNEMIUS MUSCLE	C32666		A bipennate muscle extending from the femoral condyles to the calcaneus; primary function is the extension of the tarsal joint and flexion of the femorotibial joint.	Gastrocnemius Muscle
	GASTROCNEMIUS MUSCLE, LATERAL HEAD	C163519		One of two heads of the gastrocnemius muscle, in general originating from the lateral femoral condyle.	Lateral Head of Gastrocnemius Muscle
	GASTROCNEMIUS MUSCLE, MEDIAL HEAD	C163520		One of two heads of the gastrocnemius muscle, in general originating from the medial femoral condyle.	Medial Head of Gastrocnemius Muscle
	GASTROESOPHAGEAL JUNCTION	C32668	Gastroesophageal Junction	The anatomical location where the esophagus joins to the stomach. (NCI)	Gastroesophageal Junction
	GASTROINTESTINAL SYSTEM	C12378	Gastrointestinal System	The system that includes the esophagus, stomach, small and large intestine, anus, liver, biliary tract, and pancreas. (NCI)	Digestive System
	GASTROINTESTINAL TRACT	C34082	Gastrointestinal Tract	The upper gastrointestinal (GI) tract is comprised of mouth, pharynx, esophagus and stomach while the lower GI tract consists of intestines and anus. The primary function of the GI tract is to ingest, digest, absorb and ultimately excrete food stuff. (NCI)	Gastrointestinal Tract
	GASTROINTESTINAL TRACT, LOWER	C33010	Lower Gastrointestinal Tract	The lower part of the gastrointestinal tract that includes the jejunum and ileum of the small intestine and the large intestine. (NCI)	Lower Gastrointestinal Tract
	GASTROINTESTINAL TRACT, LOWER, WALL	C176241		The portion of the gastrointestinal tract wall that surrounds the cavities of the duodenum, jejunum, ileum, colon, rectum, and anus.	Lower Gastrointestinal Tract Wall
	GASTROINTESTINAL TRACT, UPPER	C33837	Upper Gastrointestinal Tract	The upper part of the gastrointestinal tract that includes the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum. (NCI)	Upper Gastrointestinal Tract
	GASTROINTESTINAL TRACT, UPPER, WALL	C176314		The portion of the gastrointestinal tract wall that surrounds the cavities of the esophagus and stomach. The proximal duodenum is also sometimes considered part of the upper gastrointestinal tract.	Upper Gastrointestinal Tract Wall
	GASTROINTESTINAL TRACT, WALL	C176233		The multiple layers of specialized tissue that surround the cavity of the gastrointestinal tract, including the mucosa, submucosa, muscular layers, and serosa.	Gastrointestinal Tract Wall
	GENIOGLOSSUS MUSCLE	C52928		A muscle of the tongue, in general extending from the mental spine of the mandible to the hyoid bone at the bottom of the tongue; primary function is to depress and protrude the tongue.	Genioglossus
	GENITAL TUBERCLE	C176324		A protruding body of tissue that forms in the ventral caudal region during embryonic development.	Genital Tubercle
	GENITALIA	C25177		The external sex organs. (NCI)	Genitalia
	GENITOURINARY SYSTEM	C12810		The body system that includes all organs involved in reproduction and in the formation and voidance of urine.	Genitourinary System
	GINGIVA	C32677	Gum	The soft tissue surrounding the neck of individual teeth as well as covering the alveolar bone. The tissue is fibrous and continuous with the periodontal ligament and mucosal covering. (NCI)	Gingiva
	GINGIVAL MUCOSA	C139199		The portion of the oral mucosa that surrounds the cervical aspect of teeth and the alveolar process of the jaw.	Gingival Mucosa
	GLENOID FOSSA	C32682	Glenoid Fossa	The trough in the head of the scapula that receives the head of the humerus to form the shoulder joint. (NCI)	Glenoid Fossa
	GLOBUS PALLIDUS	C12449		Paired nuclei at the base of the forebrain that, along with the putamen, form the lentiform nucleus of the basal ganglia.	Globus Pallidus
	GLOMERULUS	C13250		A cluster of convoluted capillaries beginning at each nephric tubule in the kidney and held together by connective tissue.	Glomerulus
	GLOSSOPHARYNGEAL NERVE	C12723		The ninth cranial nerve.	Glossopharyngeal Nerve
	GLOTTIS	C12724	Glottis	The space in which the vocal cords are located. (NCI)	Glottis
	GLOTTIS, ANTERIOR COMMISSURE	C128630	Laryngeal Anterior Commissure	The anterior surface of the glottic opening, located within the larynx, that constitutes the junction of the conus elasticus and the thyroepiglottic, vestibular, and vocal ligaments.	Laryngeal Anterior Commissure
	GLOTTIS, POSTERIOR COMMISSURE	C164282	Laryngeal Posterior Commissure	The posterior surface of the glottic opening at the level of the vocal cords.	Laryngeal Posterior Commissure
	GLUTEAL MUSCLE	C78205		A group of three muscles (gluteus maximus, gluteus medius, gluteus minimus) extending from the ilium and sacrum to the femur; primary function is extension and abduction of the hip joint.	Gluteal Muscle
	GLUTEUS MAXIMUS	C52560		The outermost and largest muscle of the buttocks. (NCI)	Gluteus Maximus
	GLUTEUS MEDIUS	C52933		A muscle of the hip and buttock, in general extending from the gluteal surface of the ilium to the lateral aspect of the greater trochanter of the femur; primary function is to abduct and rotate the thigh.	Gluteus Medius
	GONAD	C12725		A reproductive organ that produces gametes.	Gonad
	GRACILIS MUSCLE	C52935		A muscle in the thigh, in general extending from the lower half of the symphysis pubis and the upper half of the pubic arch to the upper part of the medial surface of the tibia; primary function is to adduct the thigh, rotate the leg/hindlimb medially and flex the knee.	Gracilis
	GREAT SAPHENOUS VEIN	C33004	Long Saphenous Vein	A long superficial vein originating from the dorsal vein at the big toe and the dorsal venous arch of the foot and extending up the inner leg to empty into the femoral artery in the groin area.	Long Saphenous Vein
	GREAT TROCHANTER	C32698	Great Trochanter	A large, irregular, quadrilateral area of bone found at the neck of the femur. (NCI)	Great Trochanter
	GREAT VESSELS	C102955		Any of the major arteries or veins attached to the cardiac atria or ventricles.	Great Blood Vessel
	GREATER CURVATURE OF THE STOMACH	C12262	Greater Curvature of the Stomach	The lateral and inferior border of the stomach. Attached to it is the greater omentum. (NCI)	Greater Curvature of the Stomach
	GUT-ASSOCIATED LYMPHOID TISSUE	C12936	GALT	Lymphoid tissue located in the mucosa of the digestive tract.	Gut-Associated Lymphoid Tissue
	HAIR BULB	C32706		The lower segment of the hair that circles the dermal papilla and the hair matrix. (NCI)	Hair Bulb
	HAIR FOLLICLE	C13317		A tube-like invagination of the epidermis from which the hair shaft develops and into which the sebaceous glands open; the follicle is lined by a cellular inner and outer root sheath of epidermal origin and is invested with a fibrous sheath derived from the dermis. (NCI)	Hair Follicle
	HAIR ROOT	C32711		The portion of the hair that is enclosed within the hair follicle. (NCI)	Hair Root
	HAIR SHAFT	C33543	Shaft of the Hair	The segment of the hair that projects above the skin surface. (NCI)	Shaft of the Hair
	HAIR	C32705	Hair	The filamentous outgrowth of the epidermis. (NCI)	Hair
	HAMATE BONE	C12860	Hamate Bone	The medial bone in the distal row of carpal bones. (NCI)	Hamate Bone
	HAMSTRING MUSCLE	C53042		A group of three muscles in the lower extremity, the biceps femoris, semimembranosus muscle and semitendinosus muscle; primary function is to extend the hip when the trunk is fixed and flex the knee, and medially rotate the lower leg when the knee is bent.	Hamstring
	HAND DIGIT 1 ARTERY	C178000	Thumb Artery	Any of the arteries that supply blood to the thumb; either the ulnopalmar, radiopalmar, ulnodorsal, or radiodorsal digital artery to the thumb, or the princeps pollicis artery.	Hand Digit 1 Artery
	HAND DIGIT 1	C52834	Thumb	The thick and short hand digit which is next to the index finger in humans. (NCI)	Hand Digit 1
	HAND DIGIT 2 ARTERY	C177996	Index Finger Artery	Any of the arteries that supply blood to the index finger, either the radial artery of the index finger or the ulnar proper digital artery.	Hand Digit 2 Artery
	HAND DIGIT 2	C52835	Index Finger	The second finger from the radial side of the hand, next to the thumb. (NCI)	Hand Digit 2
	HAND DIGIT 3 ARTERY	C177998	Middle Finger Artery	Any of the arteries that supply blood to the middle finger, either the ulnar or radial proper digital artery.	Hand Digit 3 Artery
	HAND DIGIT 3	C52836	Middle Finger	The middle or third finger from the radial side of the hand. (NCI)	Hand Digit 3
	HAND DIGIT 4 ARTERY	C177999	Ring Finger Artery	Any of the arteries that supply blood to the ring finger, either the ulnar or radial proper digital artery.	Hand Digit 4 Artery
	HAND DIGIT 4	C52837	Ring Finger	The fourth finger from the radial side of the hand. (NCI)	Hand Digit 4
	HAND DIGIT 5 ARTERY	C177997	Little Finger Artery	Any of the arteries that supply blood to the little finger, either the ulnar or radial proper digital artery.	Hand Digit 5 Artery
	HAND DIGIT 5	C52838	Little Finger	The fifth and smallest finger from the radial side of the hand. (NCI)	Hand Digit 5

ANIMAL RECORDS

C158324

Information obtained from medical records, acquisition records, or other official documentation associated with the animal.

Animal Record Information

DENTAL EXAM

C158323

A systematic evaluation of the mouth, face, and neck, which may include tooth counting, cleaning and visual assessment.

Dental Examination

PHYSICAL EXAMINATION

C20989

Physical Exam

A systemic evaluation of the body and its functions using visual inspection, palpation, percussion and auscultation.

Physical Examination

RADIOGRAPHY

C128940

Radiographic Exam

A radiographic procedure using the emission of penetrating energy waves to form an image of the structure.

Radiographic Examination

UNKNOWN

C17998

U;UNK;Unknown

Not known, not observed, not recorded, or refused. (NCI)

Unknown

DAYS

C25301

A unit of measurement of time equal to 24 hours.

Day

HOURS

C25529

h;Hours;hr

A unit of measurement of time equal to 60 minutes.

Hour

MONTHS

C29846

Month

One of the 12 divisions of a year as determined by a calendar. It corresponds to the unit of time of approximately to one cycle of the moon's phases, about 30 days or 4 weeks. (NCI)

Month

WEEKS

C29844

Week

Any period of seven consecutive days. (NCI)

Week

YEARS

C29848

Year

The period of time that it takes for Earth to make a complete revolution around the sun, approximately 365 days; a specific one year period. (NCI)

Year

5TH LUMBAR SPINOUS PROCESS

C116163

The spinous process of the 5th lumbar vertebra.

Fifth Lumbar Spinous Process

ABDOMINAL AORTA

C32038

The portion of the descending aorta that lies within the abdomen, beginning below the diaphragm and ending at its division into the right and left common iliac arteries. (NCI)

Abdominal Aorta

ABDOMINAL CAVITY

C12664

Abdomen

The body cavity between the thoracic and pelvic cavities in mammals.

Abdomen

ABDOMINAL LYMPH NODE

C12360

Any lymph node within the abdomen.

Intra-Abdominal Lymph Node

ABDOMINAL QUADRANT, LEFT LOWER

C151399

The left lower quadrant of the abdomen.

Left Lower Quadrant of Abdomen

ABDOMINAL QUADRANT, LEFT UPPER

C151397

The left upper quadrant of the abdomen.

Left Upper Quadrant of Abdomen

ABDOMINAL QUADRANT, RIGHT LOWER

C151400

The right lower quadrant of the abdomen.

Right Lower Quadrant of Abdomen

ABDOMINAL QUADRANT, RIGHT UPPER

C151398

The right upper quadrant of the abdomen.

Right Upper Quadrant of Abdomen

ABDOMINAL REGION

C139186

Any portion of the body that lies within the boundary, either internally or externally, of the abdomen: superior margin, the thorax; inferior margin, the pelvis; lateral margins, the ribs.

Abdominal Region

ABDOMINAL SKIN

C52758

Abdominal Skin

The integument that covers the abdomen.

Abdominal Skin

ABDOMINAL WALL

C77608

The tissue that surrounds the organs present in the abdominal cavity.

Abdominal Wall

ABDUCENS NERVE

C12665

The sixth cranial nerve.

Abducens Nerve

ABDUCTOR DIGITI MINIMI MUSCLE OF THE HAND

C165996

A muscle of the hand, in general extending from the pisiform bone, the pisohamate ligament, and the flexor retinaculum to the ulnopalmar margin of the proximal phalanx. Primary function is abduction of the little finger and flexion of the phalanx nearest the hand.

Abductor Digiti Minimi Muscle of the Hand

ABDUCTOR DIGITI QUINTI MUSCLE

C163504

Abductor Digiti Minimi;Abductor Minimi Digiti

A muscle in the foot, in general extending from the medial and lateral processes of the posterior calcaneal tuberosity to the lateral side of the base of the proximal phalanx of the fifth toe and the fifth metatarsal; primary function is to abduct the fifth toe at the metatarsophalangeal joint and support the lateral arch.

Abductor Digiti Minimi Muscle

ABDUCTOR HALLUCIS MUSCLE

C163505

A muscle in the foot, in general extending from the medial process of the posterior calcaneal tuberosity to the medial side of the base of the proximal phalanx of the big toe; primary function is to abduct and flex the big toe at the metatarsophalangeal joint.

Abductor Hallucis Muscle

ABDUCTOR POLLICIS BREVIS MUSCLE

C165997

A muscle of the hand, in general extending from the flexor retinaculum and the tubercles of the scaphoid and trapezium bones to the outer side of the base of the proximal phalanx of the thumb. Primary function is abduction of the thumb away from the palm.

Abductor Pollicis Brevis Muscle

ABDUCTOR POLLICIS LONGUS MUSCLE

C52888

A skeletal muscle of the forearm originating from the posterior surfaces of the ulna and radius and the interosseous membrane. (NCI)

Abductor Pollicis Longus

ACCESSORY RENAL ARTERY

C116183

An additional renal vessel originating from the aorta and entering the kidney at the proximal or distal end of the organ. Accessory renal arteries are found in 26-30% of humans.

Accessory Renal Artery

ACETABULUM

C32042

Acetabulum

Two cup shaped areas, one each on the lateral side of the lower pelvis that house the head of the femur to form the ball and socket joint of the hip. (NCI)

Acetabulum

ACHILLES TENDON

C32043

The tendon that, in general, attaches the gastrocnemius muscle to the calcaneous bone in the tarsus.

Achilles Tendon

ACROMIOCLAVICULAR JOINT

C32047

Acromioclavicular Joint

The junction of the upper distal end of the scapula to the distal edge of the collarbone, also known as the acromion and the clavicle. (NCI)

Acromioclavicular Joint

ACROMION

C32048

Acromion

The upper distal process of the scapula. (NCI)

Acromion

ACUTE MARGINAL ARTERY

C102285

ACUTE MARGINAL ARTERY SEGMENT(S);AMARG

The arteries that arise at the junction of the proximal and mid-right coronary artery conduit segments.

Acute Marginal Artery

ADDUCTOR BREVIS MUSCLE

C163506

A muscle in the leg, in general extending from the external surface of the body of pubis and the anterior surface of the inferior pubic ramus to the pectineal line and the medial lip of the linea aspera; primary function is to adduct, flex, and rotate the thigh.

Adductor Brevis Muscle

ADDUCTOR HALLUCIS MUSCLE, OBLIQUE HEAD

C163507

The larger of two heads of the adductor hallucis muscle, in general originating from the sheath of the peroneus longus tendon and the plantar surface of the bases of the second to fourth metatarsal bones in the foot.

Oblique Head of Adductor Hallucis Muscle

ADDUCTOR HALLUCIS MUSCLE, TRANSVERSE HEAD

C163508

The smaller of two heads of the adductor hallucis muscle, in general originating from the deep transverse metatarsal ligament and the plantar surface of the metatarsophalangeal joints of the lateral three toes.

Transverse Head of Adductor Hallucis Muscle

ADDUCTOR LONGUS MUSCLE

C163509

A muscle in the thigh, in general extending from the external surface of the body of pubis to the middle third of the linea aspera; primary function is to adduct and medially rotate the thigh.

Adductor Longus Muscle

ADDUCTOR MAGNUS MUSCLE

C163510

A muscle in the thigh, in general extending from the ischiopubic ramus and ischial tuberosity to the gluteal tuberosity of the femur, medial lip of the linea aspera, medial supracondylar ridge, and adductor tubercle; primary function is to adduct, flex, extend, and medially rotate the thigh at the hip joint.

Adductor Magnus Muscle

ADDUCTOR POLLICIS MUSCLE

C186100

A muscle of the hand that extends from the capitate and bases of the second and third metacarpals for the oblique head, and the anterior surface of body of the third metacarpal for the transverse head, to the base of proximal phalanx and extensor hood of the thumb; primary function is to draw the first metacarpal laterally to oppose the thumb toward the center of palm and rotate it medially.

Adductor Pollicis Muscle

ADRENAL GLAND

C12666

The endocrine glands adjacent to the kidneys that consist of the outer adrenal cortex and the inner adrenal medulla in mammals.

Adrenal Gland

ALISPHENOID PROCESS

C129430

Greater Wing of the Sphenoid Bone

The bony process of the sphenoid bone, extending from the side of the body of the sphenoid and curving upward, laterally, and backward.

Sphenoid Wing

ALVEOLAR PROCESS

C89749

Alveolar Margin;Alveolar Ridge

The thickened bony structures in the mandible and maxilla that contain the sockets of the teeth.

Alveolar Ridge

ALVEOLUS

C12986

Alveoli

Any of the terminal sacs in the lungs through which gas exchange takes place with the pulmonary capillary blood.

Alveolus

AMNIOTIC FLUID

C13188

Aqua Amnii

The fluid within the amniotic cavity which surrounds and protects the developing embryo. (NCI)

Amniotic Fluid

AMPULLA OF VATER

C13011

The junction of the common bile and main pancreatic ducts, which protrudes into the medial aspect of the descending duodenum at the major duodenal papilla.

Ampulla of Vater

AMYGDALA

C12440

Amygdala;Amygdaloid Body;Amygdaloid Nucleus

A group of nuclei adjacent to the lateral ventricle of the brain within the temporal lobe, and is part of the limbic system.

Amygdala

ANAL CANAL

C12375

The terminal section of the alimentary canal, which extends from the anorectal junction and ends at the anal opening. (NCI)

Anal Canal

ANAL REGION

C32069

The area that includes the anus and the perianal skin.

Anal Region

ANAL SPHINCTER

C165177

The internal and external muscles surrounding the anus that maintain continence.

Anal Sphincter

ANAL VERGE

C25419

The transitional zone between the moist, hairless, modified skin of the anal canal and the perianal skin.

Anal Margin

ANASTOMOSIS

C15609

Anastomosis

A natural or surgically-induced connection between tubular structures in the body. (NCI)

Anastomosis

ANCONEUS MUSCLE

C186101

A muscle of the elbow, in general extending from the lateral epicondyle of the humerus to the lateral surface of the ulnar olecranon; primary function is to extend the forearm and stabilize the elbow joint.

Anconeus Muscle

ANGULAR GYRUS

C32077

A ridge on the posterior part of the inferior parietal lobule.

Angular Gyrus

ANKLE JOINT ANTERIOR EXTENSOR TENDONS

C161390

The tendons in the anterior compartment of the leg that cross the tibiotalar joint anteriorly and connect muscles that originate on the surfaces of the tibia and fibula to bones in the toes, enabling dorsiflexion of the foot at the ankle and extension of the toes. (NCI)

Ankle Joint Anterior Extensor Tendons

ANKLE JOINT ANTERIOR FLEXOR TENDONS

C161389

The tendons in the anterior compartment of the leg that connect muscles that originate on the surfaces of the femur, tibia, and fibula to bones in the toes, enabling plantar flexion of the foot at the ankle. (NCI)

Ankle Joint Anterior Flexor Tendons

ANKLE JOINT

C32078

Ankle;Ankle Joint

A gliding joint between the distal ends of the tibia and fibula and the proximal end of the talus. (NCI)

Ankle Joint

ANKLE MORTISE

C117868

Talar Mortise

A rectangular socket or bony arch that connects the ends of the tibia and fibula to the talus.

Ankle Mortise

ANORECTUM

C186102

The distal portion of the gastrointestinal tract that includes the anal canal and rectum.

Anorectum

ANTECUBITAL FOSSA

C103238

Antecubital Region

A triangular space on the anterior side of the elbow joint. Three main veins of the arm, the brachial artery, the medial nerve and the tendon of the biceps muscle pass through this space.

Antecubital Fossa

ANTERIOR CINGULATE CORTEX

C139185

The part of the cingulate cortex that lies most frontal, with the most anterior portion of the cortex bending in a horseshoe shape around the genu of the corpus callosum.

Anterior Cingulate Cortex

ANTERIOR CINGULATE GYRUS

C187996

The part of the cingulate gyrus that lies inferior to the superior frontal gyrus, and is separated from it by the cingulate sulcus; it ends inferior to the rostrum of the corpus callosum.

Anterior Cingulate Gyrus

ANTERIOR HORN OF THE LATERAL VENTRICLE

C32637

Frontal Horn of the Lateral Ventricle

The part of the lateral ventricle located in the frontal lobe, anterior to the interventricular foramen of Monroe, and bounded by the septum pellucidum, fornix, and genu of the corpus callosum.

Frontal Horn of the Lateral Ventricle

ANTERIOR INFERIOR CEREBELLAR ARTERY

C32091

AICA

A basilar artery branch that supplies the anterior portion of the inferior surface of the cerebellum.

Anterior Inferior Cerebellar Artery

ANTERIOR MEDIASTINAL LYMPH NODE

C32097

Prevascular Lymph Node

A lymph node located in the anterior part of the mediastinum.

Anterior Mediastinal Lymph Node

ANTERIOR SUPERIOR ILIAC SPINE

C139187

A bony projection from the anterior region of the iliac crest, and is the site of attachment for the sartorius and tensor fascia latae muscles and the inguinal ligament.

Anterior Superior Iliac Spine

ANTERIOR TIBIAL ARTERY

C12825

An artery of the lower extremity that supplies blood to the anterior part of the leg and the foot.

Anterior Tibial Artery

ANTERIOR TIBIAL VEIN

C32115

The vein that runs parallel to the anterior tibial artery and empties into the popliteal vein.

Anterior Tibial Vein

ANTRUM PYLORI

C12259

Antrum Pylori

The initial part of the pyloric canal of the stomach. This site contains endocrine cells that produce gastrin and somatostatin. (NCI)

Antrum Pylori

ANUS

C43362

The distal orifice of the digestive tract located between the rectum and the external surface of the body, comprising glandular, transitional, and squamous epithelium.

Anus

AORTA

C12669

The major artery of the body; it arises from the left ventricle of the heart and terminally bifurcates into the common iliac arteries.

Aorta

AORTIC ARCH

C32123

Aortic Arch

The curved segment of the aorta between the ascending and the descending segments.

Aortic Arch

AORTIC BODY

C97112

A small mass that is located on the inferior surface of the aortic arch. It functions as a peripheral chemoreceptor and is composed of glomus cells.

Aortic Body

AORTIC VALVE ANNULUS

C130167

A fibrous membrane that attaches to, and provides support for, the aortic valve leaflets.

Aortic Valve Annulus

AORTIC VALVE

C12670

A cardiac valve located between the left ventricle and the aorta.

Aortic Valve

AORTIC VALVE, LEFT CORONARY CUSP

C127638

Aortic Valve, Left Semilunar Cusp

The cusp of the aortic valve that overlies the left coronary ostium.

Left Coronary Cusp of the Aortic Valve

AORTIC VALVE, NON-CORONARY CUSP

C127639

Aortic Valve, Posterior Semilunar Cusp

The cusp of the aortic valve that is positioned posteriorly relative to the left and right aortic cusps.

Non-Coronary Cusp of the Aortic Valve

AORTIC VALVE, RIGHT CORONARY CUSP

C127640

Aortic Valve, Right Semilunar Cusp

The cusp of the aortic valve that overlies the right coronary ostium.

Right Coronary Cusp of the Aortic Valve

AORTICOPULMONARY SEPTUM

C186103

The wall that separates the aorta and pulmonary arteries during embryonic development.

Aorticopulmonary Septum

AORTO-ILIAC PERIPHERAL ARTERY

C116166

The segment of the blood vessels that includes the iliac artery and its origin from the aorta.

Aortoiliac Artery Segment

AORTOCAVAL LYMPH NODE

C118775

A lymph node located in the area between the abdominal aorta and inferior vena cava. (NCI)

Aortocaval Lymph Node

AORTOPULMONARY WINDOW LYMPH NODE

C116165

A lymph node located in the aortopulmonary window.

Aortopulmonary Window Lymph Node

APPENDICEAL TIP

C83470

The distal end of the appendix. (NCI)

Appendiceal Tip

APPENDICULAR SKELETON

C49477

The part of the skeleton that includes the bones of the upper and lower limbs, including the shoulder and pelvic girdles

Appendicular Skeleton

APPENDIX

C12380

A pouch-like tissue attached to the cecum, which may exist as a diverticulum.

Appendix

AQUEOUS HUMOR

C13190

Aqueous Humour

The watery fluid which is present in the anterior and posterior chambers of the eye. (NCI)

Aqueous Humor

ARM SKIN

C52754

Arm Skin

The integument that covers the arm.

Arm Skin

ARM

C32141

Arm;Brachium;Upper Arm

The portion of the upper extremity between the shoulder and the elbow.

Arm

ARTERY

C12372

Artery

A blood vessel that carries blood away from the heart. (NCI)

Artery

ASCENDING AORTA

C32150

The portion of the aorta that emerges from the left ventricle and precedes the aortic arch.

Ascending Aorta

ASCENDING AORTA, AORTIC ROOT

C127641

The portion of the ascending aorta between the aortic annulus and the sinotubular junction.

Aortic Root

ASCENDING AORTA, SINOTUBULAR JUNCTION

C127642

The terminus of the aortic root; the point at which the aorta attains a tubular configuration.

Sinotubular Junction

ASCENDING AORTA, SINUS OF VALSALVA

C33557

Any one of the naturally occurring sinuses of the aortic root distal to the semilunar valve.

Sinus of Valsalva

ATRIOVENTRICULAR SEPTUM

C186104

The confluence of the atrial septum and the ventricular septum.

Atrioventricular Septum

ATRIOVENTRICULAR VALVE

C176322

Either of the two valves in the heart situated between the atria and ventricles, i.e., the mitral valve or the tricuspid valve.

Atrioventricular Valve

AUDITORY OSSICLE

C32164

Ossicles of the Ear

Any of the small bones in the middle ear that transmit acoustic vibrations from the eardrum to the inner ear.

Auditory Ossicle

AXIAL SKELETON

C32172

The part of the skeleton that includes the skull and spinal column and sternum and ribs. (NCI)

Axial Skeleton

AXILLA

C12674

Armpit;Axilla

The underside concavity where the arm and the shoulder are joined. (NCI)

Axilla

AXILLARY ARTERY

C32169

An artery that originates from the subclavian artery at the lateral margin of the first rib. It supplies the brachial artery.

Axillary Artery

AXILLARY LYMPH NODE LEVEL I

C123461

Axillary lymph nodes located inferolateral to pectoralis minor.

Axillary Lymph Node Level I

AXILLARY LYMPH NODE LEVEL II

C123462

Axillary lymph nodes located posterior to pectoralis minor.

Axillary Lymph Node Level II

AXILLARY LYMPH NODE LEVEL III

C123463

Axillary lymph nodes located superomedial to pectoralis minor.

Axillary Lymph Node Level III

AXILLARY LYMPH NODE

C12904

Lymph node(s) in the axillary region.

Axillary Lymph Node

AXILLARY VEIN

C32171

A large blood vessel which returns blood to the heart from the lateral thorax, axilla and upper limb. Each side of the body contains one axillary vein.

Axillary Vein

AZYGOS VEIN

C53029

A blood vessel which returns blood to the heart from the posterior walls of the thorax and abdomen.

Azygos Vein

BACK

C13062

Back

The dorsal area between the base of the neck and the sacrum. (NCI)

Back

BASAL GANGLIA

C12447

Clusters of neurons comprising the globus pallidus, putamen, caudate, nucleus accumbens, substantia nigra and subthalamic nucleus.

Basal Ganglia

BASE OF THE TONGUE

C12228

The posterior one third of the tongue behind the terminal sulcus that forms the anterior aspect of the oro-pharynx.

Base of Tongue

BASILAR ARTERY

C12676

An artery of the brain; in general it arises from the union of the two vertebral arteries at the posterior border of the pons and branches at the anterior border to form the two superior and two posterior cerebral arteries.

Basilar Artery

BASILIC VEIN

C32197

Basilic Vein

One of the moderately large superficial veins of the forearm that transports blood from the hand and the medial aspect of the forearm to the axillary vein. (NCI)

Basilic Vein

BASIOCCIPITAL BONE

C186105

The basilar portion of the occipital bone; it is present during fetal development and later fuses with the occipital bone.

Basioccipital Bone

BASISPHENOID BONE

C186106

One of the bones of the orbit, situated rostrally to the basilar part of the occipital bone; it is present during fetal development and later fuses to form the posterior portion of the sphenoid bone.

Basisphenoid Bone

BICEPS BRACHII MUSCLE

C32200

A muscle of the proximal arm/forelimb, in general extending from the scapula to the radius and adjacent fascia; primary function is flexion of the elbow joint and, in some species, also functions in supination of the antebrachium.

Biceps Brachii

BICEPS FEMORIS MUSCLE

C53147

A muscle in the thigh, in general extending from the ischial tuberosity and posterior femur to the fibula; primary function is to extend the femorotibial joint.

Biceps Femoris

BILE DUCT

C12376

Any of the ducts conveying bile between the liver and the intestine, including hepatic, cystic, and common bile duct.

Bile Duct

BILIARY TRACT

C12678

Biliary Tract

The duct system that transports bile from its origination by hepatocytes in the liver to the small intestine. It is comprised of the common bile duct that connects the liver and gall bladder to the small intestine and the cystic duct that connects the gall bladder to the common bile duct. (NCI)

Biliary Tract

BLADDER WALL

C48941

The tissue layers that form the urinary bladder. They include the mucosa, submucosa, smooth muscle, and serosa.

Bladder Wall

BLADDER

C12414

Urinary Bladder

The distensible sac-like organ that functions as a reservoir of urine, collecting from the kidneys and eliminating via the urethra. (NCI)

Bladder

BLADDER, APEX

C198292

The anterosuperior part of the bladder that points towards the abdominal wall.

Bladder Apex

BLADDER, BODY

C198293

The large area of the bladder situated between the apex and the fundus.

Bladder Body

BLADDER, DOME

C12332

Dome of the Bladder

The upper, convex surface of the bladder. (NCI)

Dome of the Bladder

BLADDER, FUNDUS

C48939

Fundus of the Bladder

The portion of the bladder that is formed by the posterior wall and is located opposite to the bladder opening. (NCI)

Bladder Fundus

BLADDER, NECK

C12336

Neck of the Bladder

The inferior portion of the urinary bladder which is formed as the walls of the bladder converge and become contiguous with the proximal urethra. (NCI)

Bladder Neck

BLADDER, TRIGONE

C12331

Trigone of the Bladder

The triangular area in the bladder mucosa that is formed by the two ureteral orifices and the urethral orifice. (NCI)

Bladder Trigone

BLOOD VESSEL

C12679

A tubular structure through which the blood circulates in the body. Blood vessels constitute a network composed of arteries, arterioles, capillaries, venules, and veins. (NCI)

Blood Vessel

BLOOD

C12434

Peripheral Blood;Whole Blood

A liquid tissue with the primary function of transporting oxygen and carbon dioxide. It supplies the tissues with nutrients, removes waste products, and contains various components of the immune system defending the body against infection.

Blood

BODY OF STOMACH

C12258

Body of Stomach

The main section of the digestive tube that connects the esophagus to the small intestine. The body proper excludes the upper and lower sections of the fundus and pyloric portion respectively. (NCI)

Body of Stomach

BODY

C13041

Whole Body

The entire physical structure of an organism. It is composed of anatomic systems, regions, cavities, and spaces. (NCI)

Body

BONE MARROW

C12431

The tissue occupying the spaces of some bones. It consists of blood vessel sinuses and a network of hematopoietic cells.

Bone Marrow

BONE

C12366

Calcified connective tissue that forms the skeletal components of the body. (NCI)

Bone

BRACHIAL ARTERY

C12681

An artery of the forelimb; in general it arises from the axillary artery and branches to form the radial and ulnar arteries.

Brachial Artery

BRACHIAL LYMPH NODE

C92221

Lymph node(s) adjacent to the brachial vein.

Brachial Lymph Node

BRACHIAL PLEXUS

C12682

Brachial Plexus

A nerve network originating from spinal nerves in the cervical and thoracic vertebrae and giving rise to multiple nerves that innervate the arm/forelimb.

Brachial Plexus

BRACHIAL VEIN

C12883

A vein of the arm/forelimb; in general it arises from the union of the radial and ulnar veins and drains into the axillary vein.

Brachial Vein

BRACHIALIS MUSCLE

C53149

A muscle that originates from the lower two-thirds of the anterior surface of the humerus that flexes the elbow. (NCI)

Brachialis

BRACHIOCEPHALIC ARTERY

C32814

Innominate Artery

An artery of the mediastinum; in general it arises from the aortic arch and branches to form the right subclavian artery and one or both common carotid arteries.

Innominate Artery

BRACHIORADIALIS MUSCLE

C150849

A muscle in the forearm, in general extending from the proximal two-thirds of the lateral supracondylar ridge of the humerus and inserting into the styloid process of the radius; primary function is flexion of the elbow and pronation and supination of the forearm.

Brachioradialis Muscle

BRAIN STEM

C12441

Brain Stem

The part of the brain that connects the cerebral hemispheres with the spinal cord. It consists of the mesencephalon, pons, and medulla oblongata. (NCI)

Brain Stem

BRAIN VENTRICLE

C12356

Brain Ventricle

The four connected cavities (hollow spaces) centrally located within the brain that connect posteriorly with the central canal of the spinal cord. (NCI)

Brain Ventricle

BRAIN VENTRICLE, LATERAL

C12834

The rostral extensions of the ventricular system of the brain consisting of two cavities, one on each side of the brain within the central regions of each cerebral hemisphere. Cerebrospinal fluid flows from the lateral ventricles into the centrally third ventricle via the foramen of Monroe. (NCI)

Lateral Ventricle

BRAIN

C12439

Nervous System, Brain

An organ composed of gray and white matter that is the center for intelligence and reasoning. It is protected by the bony cranium.

Brain

BRAIN, EXTERNAL CAPSULE

C32550

A thin lamina of white matter comprising long association fibers located between the claustrum and putamen in the brain, and which connects the midportion of the superotemporal region with the midportion of the ventral and lateral aspects of the prefrontal cortex.

External Capsule

BRAIN, FOURTH VENTRICLE

C12828

A diamond-shaped cavity filled with cerebrospinal fluid within the pons, extending between the obex in the caudal medulla and the aqueduct of Sylvius in the cerebellum.

Fourth Ventricle

BRAIN, INTERNAL CAPSULE

C13082

A white matter structure in the subcortical region of the brain that contains a high concentration of motor and sensory projection nerve fibers. It consists of the anterior limb, genu, posterior limb, and the retrolentiform and sublentiform parts.

Internal Capsule

BRAIN, PERIVENTRICULAR REGION

C132390

The area of the body surrounding the ventricles of the brain.

Periventricular Region

BRAIN, THIRD VENTRICLE

C12827

A centrally placed component of the ventricular system of the brain that is located in the diencephalon; the thalamus and the hypothalamus border the third ventricle.

Third Ventricle

BREAST

C12971

Breast

One of two hemispheric projections of variable size situated in the subcutaneous layer over the pectoralis major muscle on either side of the chest. (NCI)

Breast

BROAD LIGAMENT

C12318

A wide fold of peritoneum that connects the uterus to the lateral walls and floor of the pelvis, and also attaches to the ovaries, fallopian tubes, ovarian ligaments, round ligament of the uterus, and ovarian and uterine arteries.

Broad Ligament

BRONCHIAL STUMP

C186107

The part of a bronchus that remains after resection.

Bronchial Stump

BRONCHIOLE

C12684

The smallest subdivisions of the bronchial tree, which are both acartilagenous and aglandular.

Bronchiole

BRONCHUS

C12683

Bronchi

Tubular structure in continuation with the trachea, serving as an air passage.

Bronchus

BUCCAL LYMPH NODE

C154770

Buccinator Lymph Node

Lymph node(s) that are located superficial to the buccinator muscle.

Buccal Lymph Node

BUCCAL MUCOSA

C12505

The mucosal membranes located on the inside of the cheek, in the buccal cavity. (NCI)

Buccal Mucosa

BULBAR CONJUNCTIVA

C12902

The part of the conjunctiva that covers the eyeball.

Bulbar Conjunctiva

BUTTOCK

C89806

Buttock

Either of the fleshy mounds in the rear pelvic area of the human body formed by the gluteal muscles.

Buttock

C1 VERTEBRA

C32239

C1 Vertebra

The first of the seven cervical vertebrae. (NCI)

C1 Vertebra

C2 VERTEBRA

C32240

C2 Vertebra

The second of the seven cervical vertebrae. (NCI)

C2 Vertebra

C3 VERTEBRA

C32241

C3 Vertebra

The third of the seven cervical vertebrae. (NCI)

C3 Vertebra

C4 VERTEBRA

C32242

C4 Vertebra

The fourth of the seven cervical vertebrae. (NCI)

C4 Vertebra

C5 VERTEBRA

C32243

C5 Vertebra

The fifth of the seven cervical vertebrae. (NCI)

C5 Vertebra

C6 VERTEBRA

C32244

C6 Vertebra

The sixth of the seven cervical vertebrae. (NCI)

C6 Vertebra

C7 VERTEBRA

C32245

C7 Vertebra

The seventh of the seven cervical vertebrae. (NCI)

C7 Vertebra

CALCANEAL TUBEROSITY

C142295

A roughened surface on the superior portion of the posterior half of the calcaneus, where the calcaneal (Achilles) tendon inserts.

Calcaneal Tuberosity

CALCANEUS

C32250

Calcaneum;Calcaneus Bone

The irregular and largest tarsal bone that forms the heel. (NCI)

Calcaneum

CALCARINE SULCUS

C32252

A cerebral fissure that originates near the occipital lobe and terminates below the corpus callosum. (NCI)

Calcarine Sulcus

CALF MUSCULAR VEIN

C154703

Any of the veins located within the muscles of the posterior lower leg, such as the gastrocnemial, soleal, and gemellar veins.

Calf Muscular Vein

CALF

C93027

The posterior aspect of the lower extremity that extends from the knee to the foot. (NCI)

Calf

CANINE TOOTH

C32258

Canine Tooth

A single-cusped (pointed) and usually single-rooted tooth located between the incisors and premolars. (NCI)

Canine Tooth

CAPITATE BONE

C12856

Capitate Bone

The largest of eight carpal bones, located in the center of the hand. (NCI)

Capitate Bone

CAPITATE-HAMATE JOINT

C139188

A condyloid synovial joint within the wrist connecting the capitate bone to the hamate bone.

Capitate-Hamate Joint

CAPITATE-LUNATE JOINT

C139189

A condyloid synovial joint within the wrist connecting the capitate bone to the lunate bone.

Capitate-Lunate Joint

CARDIAC VALVE

C12729

A valve located in the heart.

Cardiac Valve

CARDIAC WALL

C139201

All of the tissue that comprises the solid, outer structure of the heart, including the epicardium, the myocardium, and the endocardium.

Cardiac Wall

CARDIOPHRENIC LYMPH NODE

C121555

Cardiophrenic Angle Lymph Node

A lymph node located in the angle between the heart and diaphragm.

Cardiophrenic Lymph Node

CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM

C12686

Circulatory System

A collection of organs including the heart and the blood vessels.

Cardiovascular System

CARINA

C25264

Carina, Tracheal

A ridge at the bifurcation of the trachea where the primary bronchi meet.

Carina

CAROTID ARTERY

C12687

Common Carotid Artery

An artery of the mediastinum and neck; in general it arises as a primary or secondary branch of the aortic arch and branches into the internal and external carotid arteries.

Common Carotid Artery

CAROTID BODY

C66852

A cluster of cells that function as chemo-receptors, located near the bifurcation of the carotid artery.

Carotid Body

CARPAL BONE

C12688

Any of the bones of the joint located between the radius and ulna and metacarpus.

Carpal Bone

CARPOMETACARPAL JOINT 1

C103912

CMC1

A saddle-shaped synovial joint between the metacarpal of the thumb and the trapezium. (NCI)

Carpometacarpal Joint 1

CARPOMETACARPAL JOINT 2

C103913

CMC2

A plane joint primarily between the second metacarpal and the trapezoid, which also connects with the trapezium and capitate. (NCI)

Carpometacarpal Joint 2

CARPOMETACARPAL JOINT 3

C103914

CMC3

A plane joint between the third metacarpal and the capitate. (NCI)

Carpometacarpal Joint 3

CARPOMETACARPAL JOINT 4

C103915

CMC4

A plane joint between the fourth metacarpal and the hamate. (NCI)

Carpometacarpal Joint 4

CARPOMETACARPAL JOINT 5

C103916

CMC5

A plane joint between the fifth metacarpal and the pisiform. (NCI)

Carpometacarpal Joint 5

CARPOMETACARPAL JOINT

C32265

The articulation of the proximal bases of the metacarpal bones and the distal carpal bones in the fingers, and the first metacarpal bone and the trapezium bone of the wrist in the thumb.

Carpometacarpal Joint

CARTILAGE

C12373

A type of connective tissue composed of chondrocytes and an extracellular matrix composed of collagen, elastin, and ground substance. There are three types of cartilage; namely elastic, hyaline, and fibrocartilage.

Cartilage

CAUDAL VERTEBRA

C176319

Any of the vertebrae below or posterior to the sacral vertebrae and that form the tail.

Caudal Vertebra

CAUDATE NUCLEUS

C12451

The gray matter adjacent to each lateral ventricle of the brain that comprises the medial dorsal striatum of the basal ganglia.

Caudate Nucleus

CECUM

C12381

The pouch-like portion of the proximal large intestine opening into the colon.

Cecum

CELIAC ARTERY

C52846

Celiac Trunk

An artery of the abdomen; in general it arises from the abdominal aorta below the diaphragm and branches to form the left gastric artery, common hepatic artery, and splenic artery.

Celiac Artery

CELIAC LYMPH NODE

C65166

Celiac Axis Lymph Node;Celiac Lymph Node

A lymph node at the base of the celiac artery. (NCI)

Celiac Lymph Node

CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM

C12438

The part of the nervous system that consists of the brain, spinal cord, and meninges. (NCI)

Central Nervous System

CEPHALIC VEIN

C32286

Vena Cephalica

A vein of the arm/forelimb; in general it arises from the dorsal venous network of the hand/forefoot and drains into the axillary vein.

Cephalic Vein

CEREBELLAR LOBE

C186108

Any one of the individual lobes that make up the cerebellum of the brain.

Cerebellar Lobe

CEREBELLUM

C12445

The portion of the brain that extends from the brainstem through the cerebellar folia.

Cerebellum

CEREBRAL ARTERY

C12691

Any artery supplying the cerebral cortex.

Cerebral Artery

CEREBRAL CORTEX

C12443

Cerebral Cortex

The outer layer of the cerebrum composed of neurons and unmyelinated nerve fibers. It is responsible for memory, attention, consciousness and other higher levels of mental function.

Cerebral Cortex

CEREBRAL HEMISPHERE, LEFT

C32955

The left half of the cerebrum.

Left Cerebral Hemisphere

CEREBRAL HEMISPHERE, RIGHT

C33472

The right half of the cerebrum.

Right Cerebral Hemisphere

CEREBRAL PEDUNCLE

C32291

The paired anterior portions of the midbrain consisting of the crus cerebri, the tegmentum, and the substantia nigra.

Cerebral Peduncle

CEREBRAL SUBCORTEX

C98712

Cerebral Subcortex

The layer located below the cerebral cortex that includes the forebrain, midbrain and hindbrain. (NCI)

Cerebral Subcortex

CEREBRAL VEIN

C53037

Any of the external or internal veins that drain the cerebral hemispheres.

Cerebral Vein

CEREBRUM

C12351

The portion of the brain comprising the frontal, parietal, temporal, and occipital lobes and extending through the thalamus.

Cerebral Hemisphere

CERVICAL LYMPH NODE

C32298

Lymph node(s) in the cervical region, or neck.

Cervical Lymph Node

CERVICAL SPINE

C69313

The set of vertebrae immediately caudal to the skull.

Cervical Spine

CERVICAL VERTEBRA

C12693

Any one of the seven vertebrae that are caudal to the skull, denoted as C1, C2, C3, C4, C5, C6 or C7.

Cervical Vertebra

CERVICOVAGINAL REGION

C178002

The region of the body that comprises the uterine cervix and vagina. (NCI)

Cervicovaginal Region

CERVIX UTERI

C12311

Cervix Uteri;Uterine Cervix

The portion of the uterus (or uterine horns) that empties into the vagina.

Cervix Uteri

CHEEK

C13070

The soft tissue on the lateral aspects of the face, generally bounded by the eyes, nose, ear, and jaw line.

Cheek

CHEST WALL

C62484

Chest Wall

The total system of structures outside the lungs that move as a part of breathing; it includes all structures from the skin to the parietal pleura. (NCI)

Chest Wall

CHEST

C25389

Chest

The anterior side of the thorax from the neck to the abdomen. The shape of the chest is often regarded as potential insight into a disease process, as in the case of barrel chest and respiratory dysfunction. (NCI)

Chest

CHIN

C81169

The part of the face below the lower lip and including the protruding part of the lower jaw.

Mentum

CHORDAE TENDINEAE

C32307

Chorda Tendinea

Any of the tendons that connect the papillary muscles to the tricuspid and mitral valves.

Chordae Tendineae

CHOROID PLEXUS

C12694

Blood vessels and ependyma forming villous structures in the ventricles of the brain.

Choroid Plexus

CHOROID

C12344

A blood vessel-containing membrane of the eye that lies between the retina and the sclera. (NCI)

Choroid

CILIARY BODY

C12345

Circumferential tissue located behind the iris and composed of muscle and epithelium.

Ciliary Body

CINGULATE CORTEX

C52713

Part of the medial aspect of the cerebral cortex. (NCI)

Cingulate Cortex

CIRCUMFLEX ARTERY AV GROOVE CONTINUATION ARTERY

C102287

CIRC AV;CIRCUMFLEX ARTERY AV GROOVE CONTINUATION ARTERY SEGMENT

The segment of the left circumflex artery that is distal to the third marginal branch, located in the atrioventricular groove.

Circumflex Artery AV Groove Continuation Artery

CIRCUMFLEX, OBTUSE MARGINALS, LEFT POSTEROLATERAL AND LEFT POSTERIOR DESCENDING ARTERY BRANCHES

C102286

The left circumflex coronary artery and all of its branches.

Circumflex Artery and its Branches

CLAVICLE

C12695

The paired bone that is situated between the sternum and the shoulder.

Clavicle

CLAW

C176323

The curved, pointed appendage on the distal end of a digit, composed of keratin.

Claw

CLITORIS

C12308

The erectile tissue in the vulva. It is composed of the corpora cavernosa and the glans clitoris.

Clitoris

CLIVUS

C12494

A sloped depression between the dorsum sellae and foramen magnum at the base of the skull.

Clivus

COCCYGEAL VERTEBRA

C32334

Coccygeal Vertebra

Four vertebral segments positioned at the base of the spine that are fused. (NCI)

Coccygeal Vertebra

COCCYX

C12696

Coccyx

A small bone located at the bottom of the spine. The coccyx is a result of 3-5 fused rudimentary vertebrae. (NCI)

Coccyx

COLON LYMPH NODE

C176317

A lymph node located in the colon.

Colon Lymph Node

COLON WALL

C176315

The portion of the gastrointestinal tract wall that surrounds the cavity of the colon and contains teniae coli, haustra, and epiploic appendages.

Colon Wall

COLON

C12382

The portion of the large intestine which extends from the cecum (or small intestine in animals that don't have a cecum) to the rectum.

Colon

COLON, ASCENDING

C12265

Ascending Colon

The first part of the colon (large intestine) that starts in the right lower quadrant of the abdomen and ends at the transverse colon in the right upper quadrant of the abdomen. (NCI)

Ascending Colon

COLON, DESCENDING

C12268

Descending Colon

The fourth portion of the large intestine (colon) that communicates with the transverse colon in the left-upper quadrant of the abdomen and the rectum below. (NCI)

Descending Colon

COLON, HEPATIC FLEXURE

C12266

Hepatic Flexure;Right Colic Flexure

The bend at the junction of the ascending and transverse colon.

Hepatic Flexure

COLON, LEFT

C33929

Left Colon

The portion of the large intestine that includes the descending and sigmoid colon. (NCI)

Left Colon

COLON, RECTOSIGMOID

C103438

A portion of the large intestine that includes the sigmoid colon and rectum.

Rectosigmoid Colon

COLON, RIGHT

C12383

Right Colon

The proximal segment of the large intestine that is located in the right side of the abdominal cavity. It includes the cecum (with the attached appendix) and the ascending colon. (NCI)

Right Colon

COLON, SIGMOID

C12384

Sigmoid Colon

The portion of the colon that connects to the descending colon above and the rectum below. (NCI)

Sigmoid Colon

COLON, SPLENIC FLEXURE

C12267

Left Colic Flexure;Splenic Flexure

The bend at the junction of the transverse and descending colon.

Splenic Flexure

COLON, TRANSVERSE

C12385

Transverse Colon

The third division of the colon (large intestine). It communicates with the ascending colon in the upper right-hand quadrant of the abdomen and the descending colon in the upper left-hand quadrant. (NCI)

Transverse Colon

COLONIC MUCOSA

C164003

The mucosal membranes that line the inner surface of the colon.

Colonic Mucosa

COMMON BILE DUCT

C12698

Common Duct

A duct that conveys bile from the convergence of the cystic and hepatic duct to the duodenum.

Common Bile Duct

COMMON FEMORAL ARTERY

C32354

An artery arising from the external iliac artery at the inguinal ligament which bifurcates forming the deep and superficial femoral arteries.

Common Femoral Artery

COMMON FEMORAL VEIN

C154771

A vein that accompanies the common femoral artery and originates at the confluence of the femoral vein and the deep femoral vein.

Common Femoral Vein

COMMON ILIAC ARTERY

C32357

An artery arising from the bifurcation of the abdominal aorta which then bifurcates forming the internal and external iliac arteries.

Common Iliac Artery

COMMON ILIAC LYMPH NODE

C103384

A lymph node located adjacent to the common iliac artery. (NCI)

Common Iliac Lymph Node

COMMON PALMAR DIGITAL ARTERY

C52744

Any of the arteries arising from the superficial palmar arch which run distally on the second, third and fourth lumbricals muscles to the interdigital clefts where each artery then separates into two proper palmar digital arteries.

Common Palmar Digital Artery

CONJUNCTIVA

C12341

A thin tissue divided into the palpebral conjunctiva (covering the inner side of the eye lid) and the bulbar conjunctiva (covering the eyeball). (NCI)

Conjunctiva

CORNEA

C12342

The transparent, avascular tissue covering the front of the eye and is continuous with the sclera.

Cornea

CORNEAL ENDOTHELIUM

C12707

The endothelial layer of the cornea.

Corneal Endothelium

CORNEAL EPITHELIUM

C12928

The epithelial layer of the cornea.

Corneal Epithelium

CORNEAL STROMA

C12699

The stromal layer of the cornea.

Corneal Stroma

CORONARY ARTERY

C12843

One of the arteries of the heart; in general it arises from the aortic root and supplies the myocardium.

Coronary Artery

CORONARY ARTERY, ANTERIOR DESCENDING

C32089

Anterior Descending Coronary Artery;Left Anterior Descending Coronary Artery

A left coronary artery branch that descends on the anterior portion of the heart through the anterior interventricular groove. (NCI)

Anterior Descending Coronary Artery

CORONARY ARTERY, LEFT

C12872

Left Coronary Artery;Left Main Coronary Artery;Left Main Coronary Artery Segment;LM

A coronary artery that arises from the aorta and bifurcates into the left anterior descending artery and the left circumflex artery. (NCI)

Left Coronary Artery

CORONARY ARTERY, RIGHT

C12875

Right Coronary Artery

A coronary artery that originates above the right coronary cusp and supplies blood predominantly to the right side of the heart. (NCI)

Right Coronary Artery

CORONARY SINUS

C32378

The coronary vein that terminates in the right atrium and transports deoxygenated blood from the coronary circulation.

Coronary Sinus

CORONARY VEIN

C12882

A blood vessel in the heart which returns coronary blood to the right atrium.

Coronary Vein

CORPUS CALLOSUM

C12446

A white matter structure within the brain that connects the left and right cerebral hemispheres.

Corpus Callosum

CORPUS CALLOSUM, BODY

C32216

An area within the corpus callosum between the genu (anterior region) and the splenium (posterior region).

Body of the Corpus Callosum

CORPUS CALLOSUM, GENU

C32675

The anterior portion of the corpus callosum that bends down and back.

Genu of the Corpus Callosum

CORPUS CALLOSUM, SPLENIUM

C33610

The thick, convex posterior region of the corpus callosum.

Splenium of the Corpus Callosum

CORPUS LUTEUM

C26465

Corpus Luteum

A group of cells that remain of the Graafian follicle following ovulation. This structure is composed of endocrine tissue and produces progesterone. This is needed to prepare the uterine lining for implantation by the fertilized egg. (NCI)

Corpus Luteum

CORPUS STRIATUM

C12448

The portion of the brain consisting of the neostriatum and globus pallidus.

Corpus Striatum

CORPUS UTERI

C12316

Uterine Body;Uterus, Corpus

The body of the uterus.

Corpus Uteri

CORRUGATOR SUPERCILII MUSCLE

C163511

A muscle of the face, in general extending from the medial superciliary arch to the skin above the middle of the supraorbital margins; primary function is to move the eyebrows.

Corrugator Supercilii Muscle

COSTAL CARTILAGE

C32391

Costal Cartilage

The cartilage positioned between the anterior end of the rib and the sternum. Its elasticity allows the ribcage to expand while breathing. (NCI)

Costal Cartilage

COSTOCHONDRAL JOINT 1

C102288

The first hyaline cartilaginous joint between the ribs and costal cartilage.

Costochondral Joint 1

COSTOCHONDRAL JOINT 7

C102289

The seventh hyaline cartilaginous joint between the ribs and costal cartilage.

Costochondral Joint 7

CRANIAL CAVITY

C77638

Intracranial Cavity

The space that is formed by the bones of the skull, and contains the brain.

Cranial Cavity

CRANIAL NERVE

C12700

Any of the 12 paired nerves that originate in the brain stem. (NCI)

Cranial Nerve

CUBOID BONE

C32414

Cuboid Bone

A bone on the lateral side of the tarsus between the calcaneus and the fourth and fifth metatarsal bones. (NCI)

Cuboid Bone

DELTOID MUSCLE

C32446

The muscle that creates the rounded contour of the shoulder which originates from the lateral third of the clavicle, the superior surface of the acromion process, and the posterior border of the spine of the scapula and inserts on the lateral side of the shaft of the humerus. (NCI)

Deltoid

DENTAL ARCH

C174321

The curved or bowlike structure formed by the arrangement of teeth within the jaw.

Dental Arch

DERMAL PAPILLAE OF THE FACE

C186109

Dermal projection on the face, generally associated with whiskers. (Makris S, Solomon HM, Clark R, Shiota K, Barbellion S, Buschmann J, Ema M, Fujiwara M, Grote K, Hazelden KP, Hew KW, Horimoto M, Ooshima Y, Parkinson M, Wise LD. Terminology of developmental abnormalities in common laboratory mammals (Version 2). Part B. Birth Defects Res B Dev Reprod Toxicol. 2009 Aug;86(4):227-327.)

Dermal Papillae Of The Face

DESCENDING AORTA

C32455

The portion of the aorta distal to the aortic arch which passes into the chest and abdomen to create the thoracic and abdominal segments.

Descending Aorta

DIAPHRAGM

C12702

A musculotendinous sheet separating the thoracic cavity from the abdominal cavity.

Diaphragm

DIAPHRAGMATIC LYMPH NODE

C132391

Lymph node located adjacent to the diaphragm.

Diaphragmatic Lymph Node

DIGIT

C40186

The most distal structure of the limb, usually containing claws or nails and pads.

Digit

DIGITAL ARTERY

C177918

A type of artery that supplies blood to the fingers and toes. In the hand, the digital arteries include the common palmar digital arteries that arise from the superficial palmar arch, the proper palmar digital arteries that are branches of the common palmar digital arteries and occasionally have dorsal branches distal to the proximal interphalangeal joints, and the dorsal digital arteries that are branches of the dorsal metacarpal arteries. In the foot, the digital arteries include the plantar digital arteries that arise from the plantar arch and the dorsal digital arteries that are branches of the dorsal metatarsal arteries. (NCI)

Digital Artery

DISTAL CIRCUMFLEX ARTERY

C102290

DCIRC;DISTAL CIRCUMFLEX ARTERY SEGMENT

The segment of the left circumflex artery that is between the second and third obtuse marginal branches.

Distal Circumflex Artery

DISTAL COMMON BILE DUCT

C60801

The portion of the common bile duct that is closest to the intestine and furthest from the hepatic and cystic ducts.

Distal Common Bile Duct

DISTAL EXTRAHEPATIC BILE DUCT REGION

C174320

The area of the body that extends from where the cystic duct meets the common bile duct to the common bile duct's insertion into the small intestine.

Distal Extrahepatic Bile Duct Region

DISTAL FEMUR R1

C139208

The portion of the distal femur, identified during a dual x-ray absorptiometry (DXA) scan, that contains primarily metaphyseal or trabecular bone.

Distal Femur R1

DISTAL INTERPHALANGEAL JOINT 2 OF THE FOOT

C114198

DIP2 of the Foot

A ginglymoid (hinge) synovial joint within the second digit of the foot articulating the middle and distal phalanges. (NCI)

Distal Interphalangeal Joint 2 of the Foot

DISTAL INTERPHALANGEAL JOINT 2 OF THE HAND

C114188

DIP2 of the Hand

A ginglymoid (hinge) synovial joint within the second digit of the hand articulating the middle and distal phalanges. (NCI)

Distal Interphalangeal Joint 2 of the Hand

DISTAL INTERPHALANGEAL JOINT 2

C102291

DIP2

A condyloid synovial joint within the second digit of the hand or foot articulating the middle and distal phalanges. (NCI)

Distal Interphalangeal Joint 2

DISTAL INTERPHALANGEAL JOINT 3 OF THE FOOT

C114199

DIP3 of the Foot

A ginglymoid (hinge) synovial joint within the third digit of the foot articulating the middle and distal phalanges. (NCI)

Distal Interphalangeal Joint 3 of the Foot

DISTAL INTERPHALANGEAL JOINT 3 OF THE HAND

C114189

DIP3 of the Hand

A ginglymoid (hinge) synovial joint within the third digit of the hand articulating the middle and distal phalanges. (NCI)

Distal Interphalangeal Joint 3 of the Hand

DISTAL INTERPHALANGEAL JOINT 3

C102292

DIP3

A condyloid synovial joint within the third digit of the hand or foot articulating the middle and distal phalanges. (NCI)

Distal Interphalangeal Joint 3

DISTAL INTERPHALANGEAL JOINT 4 OF THE FOOT

C114275

DIP4 of the Foot

A ginglymoid (hinge) synovial joint within the fourth digit of the foot articulating the middle and distal phalanges. (NCI)

Distal Interphalangeal Joint 4 of the Foot

DISTAL INTERPHALANGEAL JOINT 4 OF THE HAND

C114273

DIP4 of the Hand

A ginglymoid (hinge) synovial joint within the fourth digit of the hand articulating the middle and distal phalanges. (NCI)

Distal Interphalangeal Joint 4 of the Hand

DISTAL INTERPHALANGEAL JOINT 4

C102293

DIP4

A condyloid synovial joint within the fourth digit of the hand or foot articulating the middle and distal phalanges. (NCI)

Distal Interphalangeal Joint 4

DISTAL INTERPHALANGEAL JOINT 5 OF THE FOOT

C114276

DIP5 of the Foot

A ginglymoid (hinge) synovial joint within the fifth digit of the foot articulating the middle and distal phalanges. (NCI)

Distal Interphalangeal Joint 5 of the Foot

DISTAL INTERPHALANGEAL JOINT 5 OF THE HAND

C114274

DIP5 of the Hand

A ginglymoid (hinge) synovial joint within the fifth digit of the hand articulating the middle and distal phalanges. (NCI)

Distal Interphalangeal Joint 5 of the Hand

DISTAL INTERPHALANGEAL JOINT 5

C102294

DIP5

A condyloid synovial joint within the fifth digit of the hand or foot articulating the middle and distal phalanges. (NCI)

Distal Interphalangeal Joint 5

DISTAL LAD ARTERY

C102295

DISTAL LAD ARTERY SEGMENT;DLAD

The segment of the left anterior descending (LAD) artery that is distal to the third diagonal branch.

Distal Left Anterior Descending Artery

DISTAL PHALANX 2 OF THE HAND

C139190

The bone that forms the tip of the second finger, as counted from the thenar side of the hand.

Hand Digit 2 Distal Phalanx

DISTAL PHALANX 3 OF THE HAND

C139191

The bone that forms the tip of the third finger, as counted from the thenar side of the hand.

Hand Digit 3 Distal Phalanx

DISTAL PHALANX 4 OF THE HAND

C139192

The bone that forms the tip of the fourth finger, as counted from the thenar side of the hand.

Hand Digit 4 Distal Phalanx

DISTAL PHALANX 5 OF THE HAND

C139193

The bone that forms the tip of the fifth finger, as counted from the thenar side of the hand.

Hand Digit 5 Distal Phalanx

DISTAL RADIOULNAR JOINT

C139194

The articulation of the distal head of the ulna bone and the ulnar notch of the radius.

Distal Radioulnar Joint

DISTAL RIGHT CORONARY ARTERY CONDUIT

C102296

DISTAL RIGHT CORONARY ARTERY CONDUIT SEGMENT;DRCA

The section of the right coronary artery distal to the origin of the acute marginal artery.

Distal Right Coronary Artery Conduit

DISTANT LYMPH NODE

C106042

Lymph node(s) that is distant to the anatomic region of interest.

Distant Lymph Node

DORSAL MOTOR NUCLEUS

C12934

A brain nucleus located in the medulla oblongata. (NCI)

Dorsal Motor Nucleus

DORSALIS PEDIS ARTERY

C32478

Dorsal Pedal Artery;Dorsalis Pedis Artery

An artery of the dorsal surface of the foot, originating from the anterior tibial artery of the lower leg. The following arterial branches originate from the dorsalis pedis artery: the arcuate artery of the foot and deep plantar artery. (NCI)

Dorsalis Pedis Artery

DUCTUS ARTERIOSUS

C52854

An embryonic blood vessel that allows blood to bypass the lungs by connecting the pulmonary artery and the proximal descending aorta.

Ductus Arteriosus

DUODENUM

C12263

The portion of the small intestine between the stomach and jejunum.

Duodenum

DURA MATER

C32488

The outermost, toughest, and most fibrous of the three membranes (meninges) that surround and protect the brain and spinal cord. (NCI)

Dura Mater

DURAL VENOUS SINUS

C102627

Venous channels within the dura mater of the brain which receives both blood from blood vessels within the brain as well as cerebrospinal fluid then drains into the internal jugular vein. Unlike other blood vessels, dural venous sinuses lack valves and other vessel associated layers.

Dural Venous Sinus

EAR

C12394

A sensory organ that contains auditory and vestibular apparatuses.

Ear

EAR, INNER

C12499

Internal Ear;Labyrinth

The innermost portion of the ear that contains the vestibule, cochlea and semicircular canals.

Inner Ear

EAR, OUTER

C12292

Auricle;External Ear;Pinna

The external part of the ear. (NCI)

External Ear

EARLOBE

C32999

The soft fleshy portion of the lower external ear composed of areolar and adipose connective tissues. (NCI)

Lobule of the Auricle

ELBOW EXTENSOR MUSCLES

C163512

A group of two muscles in the upper extremity, the triceps brachii and anconeus; primary function is to straighten the arm at the elbow joint.

Elbow Extensors

ELBOW FLEXOR MUSCLES

C163513

A group of three muscles in the upper extremity, the brachialis, biceps brachii, and the brachioradialis; primary function is to bend the arm at the elbow joint.

Elbow Flexors

ELBOW JOINT

C32497

Elbow;Elbow Joint

A joint involving the humerus, radius and ulna bones.

Elbow Joint

ENDOCARDIUM

C13004

The layer of endothelial cells and connective tissue lining the chambers of the heart. (NCI)

Endocardium

ENDOCERVIX

C12309

The portion of the cervix which is lined by single columnar epithelium (mucosa). (NCI)

Endocervix

ENDOMETRIAL CAVITY

C32514

Endometrial Cavity

A space inside the uterus lined by a layer of mucous membranes called the endometrium.

Endometrial Cavity

ENDOMETRIUM

C12313

The mucous membrane comprising the inner layer of the uterine wall.

Endometrium

ENTORHINAL CORTEX

C97338

A brain region in the medial temporal lobe near the hippocampus. (NCI)

Entorhinal Cortex

EPICARDIUM

C13164

The outer membranous connective tissue layer of the heart tissue. (NCI)

Epicardium

EPICONDYLE

C69300

Epicondyle

A bone prominence to which ligaments and tendons of the joints are attached. (NCI)

Epicondyle

EPIDIDYMIS

C12328

A crescent-like structure located adjacent to the testis. It consists of a single highly coiled duct and is divided into 3 regions: caput (head), corpus (body) and cauda (tail).

Epididymis

EPIDURAL SPACE

C41449

The body space between the dura mater and the walls of the vertebral canal.

Epidural Spinal Canal Space

EPIGASTRIC LYMPH NODE

C139195

A parietal lymph node located along the inferior epigastric vessels.

Epigastric Lymph Node

EPIGASTRIC REGION

C32525

The most superior, central area of the abdomen, lying immediately superior to the umbilicus and bounded laterally by the costal margins.

Epigastric Region

EPIGLOTTIS

C12709

Epiglottis

A small cartilagenous flap-like valve that closes over the larynx during swallowing to prevent food entering the lungs. (NCI)

Epiglottis

EPITROCHLEAR LYMPH NODE

C98182

A lymph node located above and adjacent to the elbow. (NCI)

Epitrochlear Lymph Node

ESOPHAGEAL LYMPH NODE

C139196

Any lymph node located near the esophagus, including cervical, and upper, middle, and lower thoracic lymph nodes.

Esophageal Lymph Node

ESOPHAGEAL MUCOSA

C32538

The mucosal membranes that line the inner surface of the esophagus.

Esophageal Mucosa

ESOPHAGUS

C12389

The portion of the digestive tract between the pharynx and stomach.

Esophagus

ESOPHAGUS, ABDOMINAL

C12252

Abdominal Esophagus

Clinical esophageal segment composed of smooth muscle. It corresponds to the inferior part of the lower third topographic segment of the esophagus. (NCI)

Abdominal Esophagus

ESOPHAGUS, CERVICAL

C12250

Cervical Esophagus

Clinical esophageal segment composed of skeletal muscle. It corresponds to the superior part of the upper third topographic segment of the esophagus. (NCI)

Cervical Esophagus

ESOPHAGUS, LOWER THIRD

C12255

Lower Third of the Esophagus

The lower one third of the esophagus in which the muscle layer is composed of muscle cells predominantly of the smooth type. (NCI)

Lower Third of the Esophagus

ESOPHAGUS, MIDDLE THIRD

C12254

Middle Third of the Esophagus

The middle one third of the esophagus in which the muscle layer is composed of muscle cells of the striated and smooth types.

Middle Third of the Esophagus

ESOPHAGUS, THORACIC LOWER

C198294

The portion of the thoracic esophagus from midway between the tracheal bifurcation and gastroesophageal junction to gastroesophageal junction, including abdominal esophagus. (SEER)

Lower Thoracic Esophagus

ESOPHAGUS, THORACIC MID

C198295

Middle Thoracic Esophagus

The portion of the thoracic esophagus from the tracheal bifurcation midway to the gastroesophageal junction. (SEER)

Middle Thoracic Esophagus

ESOPHAGUS, THORACIC UPPER

C198296

The portion of the thoracic esophagus from the thoracic inlet to the level of the tracheal bifurcation. (SEER)

Upper Thoracic Esophagus

ESOPHAGUS, THORACIC

C12251

Thoracic Esophagus

Clinical esophageal segment composed of smooth muscle. It includes the middle third topographic segment, as well as parts of the upper and lower thirds. (NCI)

Thoracic Esophagus

ESOPHAGUS, UPPER THIRD

C12253

Upper Third of the Esophagus

The upper one third of esophagus in which the muscle layer is composed of muscle cells of the striated type. (NCI)

Upper Third of the Esophagus

ETHMOID BONE

C12711

Ethmoid Bone

A light and spongy bone that is cubical in shape. This bone is positioned at the anterior part of the cranium, sitting between the two orbits, at the roof of the nose. It consists of four parts: a horizontal or cribriform plate; a perpendicular plate; and two lateral masses or labyrinths. (NCI)

Ethmoid Bone

ETHMOID SINUS

C12276

Ethmoid Sinus

A sinus of the meatuses of the nasal cavity. (NCI)

Ethmoid Sinus

EXOCCIPITAL BONE

C186110

The lateral portions of the occipital bone lying on either side of the foramen magnum; it is present during fetal development and later fuses with the occipital bone.

Exoccipital Bone

EXTENSOR CARPI RADIALIS MUSCLES

C187833

A group of two muscles of the hand, the extensor carpi radialis brevis and extensor carpi radialis longus. Primary function is radial extension and abduction or deviation of the wrist.

Extensor Carpi Radialis Muscles

EXTENSOR CARPI ULNARIS MUSCLE

C52914

A muscle of the wrist, in general extending from the humeral and ulnar heads to the base of the fifth metacarpal bone; primary function is to extend and abduct the wrist toward the ulna.

Extensor Carpi Ulnaris

EXTENSOR DIGITI MINIMI MUSCLE

C186111

A muscle of the forearm, in general extending from the lateral epicondyle of the humerus to the extensor expansion of the fifth digit; primary function is to extend the fifth digit at the metacarpophalangeal joint.

Extensor Digiti Minimi Muscle

EXTENSOR DIGITORUM BREVIS MUSCLE

C163514

A muscle in the foot, in general extending from the superolateral surface of the anterior calcaneus to the lateral sides of the tendons of extensor digitorum longus on the second, third and fourth toes; primary function is to extend the second, third and fourth toes.

Extensor Digitorum Brevis Muscle

EXTENSOR DIGITORUM LONGUS MUSCLE

C52918

Long Digital Extensor Muscle

A muscle extending from the lateral surface of the tibia to the digits; primary function is the extension of the digits and flexion of the tarsal joint.

Extensor Digitorum Longus

EXTENSOR DIGITORUM MUSCLE

C52916

A muscle of the hand, in general extending from the lateral epicondyle of the humerus to the base of the proximal, middle, and distal phalanges; primary function is to extend the fingers.

Extensor Digitorum Communis

EXTENSOR HALLUCIS BREVIS MUSCLE

C163515

A muscle in the foot, in general extending from the superior surface of the anterior calcaneus to the dorsal surface of the base of the proximal phalanx of the big toe; primary function is to extend the big toe.

Extensor Hallucis Brevis Muscle

EXTENSOR HALLUCIS LONGUS MUSCLE

C186112

A muscle of the lower leg, in general extending from the middle third of the medial surface of the fibula and the adjacent interosseous membrane to the base and dorsal center of the distal phalanx of the great toe; primary function is to extend the big toe and dorsiflex the ankle.

Extensor Hallucis Longus Muscle

EXTENSOR INDICIS PROPRIUS MUSCLE

C186113

A muscle of the forearm, in general extending from the posterior surface of the ulna to the base of the second proximal phalanx and the tendon of the extensor digitorum muscle; primary function is to extend the second digit at metacarpophalangeal and interphalangeal joints.

Extensor Indicis Proprius Muscle

EXTENSOR POLLICIS BREVIS MUSCLE

C186114

A muscle of the forearm, in general extending from the posterior surface of the distal third of the radius and the adjacent interosseous membrane to the posterior surface of the base of the proximal phalanx of the thumb; primary function is to extend the thumb at the carpometacarpal and metacarpophalangeal joints.

Extensor Pollicis Brevis Muscle

EXTENSOR POLLICIS LONGUS MUSCLE

C186115

A muscle of the forearm, in general extending from the posterior surface of the middle third of the ulna and the adjacent interosseous membrane to the posterior surface of the base of the distal phalanx of the thumb; primary function is to extend the thumb at the metacarpophalangeal and interphalangeal joints and extend and abduct the wrist joint.

Extensor Pollicis Longus Muscle

EXTERNAL ACOUSTIC MEATUS

C12498

Auditory Canal;Ear Canal;External Acoustic Meatus;External Auditory Canal;External Auditory Meatus

A tubular structure that runs from the outer ear to the tympanic membrane.

External Acoustic Meatus

EXTERNAL ILIAC ARTERY

C32558

An artery arising from the bifurcation of the common iliac artery in the lower torso. The external iliac artery becomes the femoral artery and is the main blood supply for the leg.

External Iliac Artery

EXTERNAL ILIAC LYMPH NODE

C88143

A lymph node located along the external iliac artery. (NCI)

External Iliac Lymph Node

EXTRAABDOMINAL LYMPH NODE

C165584

A lymph node that is located outside of the abdominal wall.

Extra-Abdominal Lymph Node

EXTRAHEPATIC BILE DUCT

C32573

The portion of the biliary tract outside the liver; the common hepatic duct joins the cystic duct to form the common bile duct. (NCI)

Extrahepatic Bile Duct

EXTRAHEPATIC PERIHILAR BILE DUCT REGION

C174319

The area of the body where the right and left hepatic ducts exit the liver and join to form the common hepatic duct that is proximal to the origin of the cystic duct. (PDQ)

Extrahepatic Perihilar Bile Duct Region

EXTRAOCULAR MUSCLE

C33199

Oculomotor Muscle

A group of muscles in the orbit extending from the posterior orbit to the eye and upper eyelid; primary function is the movement of the eye and retraction of the upper eyelid.

Extraocular Muscle

EYE BULGE

C176325

The external protuberance of the eyeball beneath the eyelid. (Makris S, Solomon HM, Clark R, Shiota K, Barbellion S, Buschmann J, Ema M, Fujiwara M, Grote K, Hazelden KP, Hew KW, Horimoto M, Ooshima Y, Parkinson M, Wise LD. Terminology of developmental abnormalities in common laboratory mammals (Version 2). Part B. Birth Defects Res B Dev Reprod Toxicol. 2009 Aug;86(4):227-327.)

Eye Bulge

EYE

C12401

Eyeball

The sensory organ of vision.

Eye

EYE, ANTERIOR CHAMBER

C12667

The space in the eye filled with aqueous humor and bounded by the cornea, a small portion of the sclera, a small portion of the ciliary body, the iris and lens. (Cline et al., Dictionary of Visual Science, 4th ed, p109)

Anterior Chamber of the Eye

EYE, ANTERIOR SEGMENT

C12668

The front part of the eye, which is posteriorly bordered by posterior surfaces of the posterior lens capsule, lens zonules, and ciliary body; it includes the cornea, conjunctiva, lacrimal gland, tear film, iris, lens, ciliary body, anterior portion of the sclera, and anterior chamber.

Anterior Eye Segment

EYE, VITREOUS CHAMBER

C33885

Postremal Chamber

The largest space within the eye which is bounded by the lens and the retina and filled with the gelatinous vitreous humor. (NCI)

Vitreous Chamber

EYEBROW

C32575

The arched strip of hairs (supercilia) on the brow ridge (supercilium) above each eye socket.

Eyebrow

EYELASH

C32576

Anyone of the short hairs that grow on the edge of the eyelid. (NCI)

Eyelash

EYELID

C12713

Palpebra

The section of skin, containing muscle and conjunctiva, that covers and protects the eye.

Eyelid

FACE

C13071

The portion of the head that contains the structures such as the eyes, nose, mouth, and jaws.

Face

FACET JOINT

C32577

Facet Joint

A synovial joint between two adjacent vertebrae. The facet joint links the articular process of one vertebra and the inferior articular process of the adjacent vertebra. (NCI)

Facet Joint

FACIAL BONE

C63706

Facial Bone

Any bone that contributes to the facial structures, except those bones that are part of the braincase. (NCI)

Facial Bone

FACIAL MUSCLE

C13073

Mimetic Muscles

Any of the muscles of the face that are supplied by the facial nerve and control facial expressions.

Facial Muscle

FACIAL NERVE

C12714

Seventh Cranial Nerve

A cranial nerve extending from the brain stem between the pons and medulla, which innervates the facial muscles, glands and the tongue.

Facial Nerve

FALCIFORM LIGAMENT

C32582

A fold of tissue consisting of two layers of peritoneum extending from the notch of the anterior margin of the liver to the anterior abdominal wall and diaphragm.

Falciform Ligament

FALLOPIAN TUBE

C12403

Fallopian Tube

The tube through which eggs pass from an ovary.

Fallopian Tube

FASCIA

C13108

A sheet or band of fibrous connective tissue enveloping, separating, or binding together muscles, organs and other soft structures of the body.

Fascia

FAT PAD

C176326

Encapsulated adipose tissue within the body.

Fat Pad

FAUCES

C181454

Isthmus of Fauces;Oropharyngeal Isthmus

The anatomical opening formed by the arch of the hard palate at the back of the mouth, where the oral cavity and pharynx meet.

Oropharyngeal Isthmus

FEMALE GENITALIA

C61600

Female Genitalia

Female internal and external organs of reproduction.

Female Genitalia

FEMALE REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM

C12402

The sex organs of the female.

Female Reproductive System

FEMORAL ARTERY

C12715

An artery of the thigh; in general it arises from the external iliac artery distal to the inguinal ligment and continues as the popliteal artery.

Femoral Artery

FEMORAL CONDYLE

C114186

The rounded bony projection at the distal end of the femur.

Femoral Condyle

FEMORAL HEAD

C32718

Femur Head

The highest portion of the femoral bone that articulates with the acetabulum. (NCI)

Head of the Femur

FEMORAL LYMPH NODE

C98183

A lymph node located in the upper inner portion of the thigh. (NCI)

Femoral Lymph Node

FEMORAL NECK

C61563

Femoral Neck

The short, constricted portion of the thigh bone between the femur head and the trochanter. (NCI)

Femoral Neck

FEMORAL VEIN

C12716

A vein of the thigh; in general it arises from the popliteal vein and drains into the external iliac vein.

Femoral Vein

FEMORO-POPLITEAL PERIPHERAL ARTERY

C116167

The segment of the blood vessels that includes the popliteal artery and its origin from the femoral artery.

Femoropopliteal Artery Segment

FEMUR SHAFT

C96209

The cylindrical body of the femur. (NCI)

Femoral Shaft

FEMUR

C12717

Bone, Femoral

The bone positioned between the pelvis and the femorotibial joint.

Femur

FIBULA SHAFT

C120670

The elongated bony body of the fibula.

Fibular Shaft

FIBULA

C12718

The long bone that is lateral to the tibia.

Fibula

FIBULAR VEIN

C154772

A vein that arises from the plantar veins of the foot, accompanies the peroneal artery, and travels up the back of the leg to join the anterior and posterior tibial veins in forming the popliteal vein on the posterior surface of the knee.

Fibular Vein

FINGER EXTENSOR MUSCLES

C163516

A group of six muscles in the upper extremity, the abductor pollicis longus, extensor pollicis brevis, extensor pollicis longus, extensor indicis, extensor digitorum, and extensor digiti minimi muscles; primary function is to straighten the fingers to open the hand.

Finger Extensors

FINGER EXTENSOR TENDONS

C161384

The tendons located on the dorsal side of the fingers that connect muscles of the forearm and hand to bones in the fingers, enabling extension of the fingers. (NCI)

Finger Extensor Tendons

FINGER FLEXOR MUSCLES

C163517

A group of three muscles in the upper extremity, the flexor digitorum superficialis, flexor digitorum profundus, and flexor pollicis longus muscles; primary function is to bend the fingers.

Finger Flexors

FINGER FLEXOR TENDONS

C161383

The tendons located on the palm side of the fingers that connect the flexor muscles of the forearm and hand to bones in the fingers, enabling flexion towards the palm. (NCI)

Finger Flexor Tendons

FINGER

C32608

Finger

Any of the digits of the hand. (NCI)

Finger

FINGERNAIL

C32609

Fingernail

The nail at the end of a finger. (NCI)

Fingernail

FINGERTIP

C187834

The most distal end of the finger, beyond the nail bed.

Fingertip

FIRST DIAGONAL BRANCH ARTERY

C102297

1ST DIAG;FIRST DIAGONAL BRANCH ARTERY SEGMENT

The first artery arising from the left anterior descending (LAD) artery that supplies the anterolateral wall, when counted from proximal to distal.

First Diagonal Branch Artery

FIRST DORSAL INTEROSSEOUS MUSCLE OF THE FOOT

C139197

A dorsal interosseous muscle of the foot that originates on the lateral side of the first metatarsal and the medial side of the second metatarsal, and inserts into the medial side of the base of the proximal phalanx of the second toe.

First Dorsal Interosseous Muscle of the Foot

FIRST DORSAL INTEROSSEOUS MUSCLE OF THE HAND

C139198

A dorsal interosseous muscle of the hand that originates on the proximal half of the lateral border of the index metacarpal and the full length of the medial border of the thumb metacarpal, and inserts into the lateral side of the index finger.

First Dorsal Interosseous Muscle of the Hand

FIRST LEFT POSTEROLATERAL BRANCH ARTERY

C102298

1ST LPL;FIRST LEFT POSTEROLATERAL BRANCH ARTERY SEGMENT

In an individual with a left-dominant heart, this is the first branch that arises from the circumflex artery atrioventricular groove continuation when counted from proximal to distal. It supplies the posterolateral wall.

First Left Posterolateral Branch Artery

FIRST OBTUSE MARGINAL BRANCH ARTERY

C102299

1ST OM;FIRST OBTUSE MARGINAL BRANCH ARTERY SEGMENT

The first artery arising from the left circumflex artery that supplies the lateral wall, when counted from proximal to distal.

First Obtuse Marginal Branch Artery

FIRST RIGHT POSTEROLATERAL ARTERY

C102300

1ST RPL;FIRST RIGHT POSTEROLATERAL ARTERY SEGMENT

In an individual with a right-dominant heart, this is the first branch that arises from the right coronary artery distal to the right posterior descending artery, when counted from proximal to distal.

First Right Posterolateral Artery

FLANK

C93028

The region on either side of the body that extends from the last rib to the hip.

Flank

FLEXOR CARPI RADIALIS MUSCLE

C53155

A muscle in the forearm running from the head of the humerus to the radial side of the wrist that flexes and radially abducts the hand. (NCI)

Flexor Carpi Radialis

FLEXOR CARPI ULNARIS MUSCLE

C53156

A muscle in the forearm running from the humeral and ulnar heads to the ulnar side of the wrist that flexes and abducts the hand toward the ulna. (NCI)

Flexor Carpi Ulnaris

FLEXOR DIGITORUM BREVIS MUSCLE

C163518

A muscle in the foot, in general extending from the medial process of the posterior calcaneal tuberosity to the borders of the middle phalanx of the four lateral toes; primary function is flexion of the four lateral toes and support of the medial and lateral longitudinal arches.

Flexor Digitorum Brevis Muscle

FLEXOR DIGITORUM LONGUS MUSCLE

C52921

A muscle in the leg/hindlimb and foot/hindpaw, in general extending from the tibia to the phalanges; primary function is to flex the digits.

Flexor Digitorum Longus

FLEXOR DIGITORUM PROFUNDUS MUSCLE

C52923

A muscle in the forearm beginning at the head of the ulna and ending with four tendons projecting to the second, third, fourth, and fifth fingers which flexes the midcarpal, metacarpophalangeal and interphalangeal joints. (NCI)

Flexor Digitorum Profundus

FLEXOR DIGITORUM SUPERFICIALIS MUSCLE

C150850

A muscle in the forearm, in general extending from the humeroulnar and radial heads of the forearm to the middle phalanges of the second through fifth digits of the hand; primary function is flexion of the fingers at the proximal interphalangeal joints.

Flexor Digitorum Superficialis Muscle

FLEXOR HALLUCIS BREVIS MUSCLE

C165998

A muscle in the foot, in general extending from the plantar surface of the cuboid bone to the medial and lateral sesamoid bones at the base of the proximal phalanx of the big toe; primary function is flexion of the big toe and the support of the medial longitudinal arch.

Flexor Hallucis Brevis Muscle

FLEXOR HALLUCIS LONGUS MUSCLE

C52925

A muscle in the leg and foot, in general extending from the fibula to the distal surface of the big toe phalanx; primary function is to flex the big toe.

Flexor Hallucis Longus

FLEXOR POLLICIS BREVIS MUSCLE

C186116

A muscle of the hand, whose superficial head extends from the flexor retinaculum and tubercle of the trapezium bone and deep head that extends from the trapezoid and capitate bones, extending to the lateral side of the base of the proximal phalanx of the thumb; primary function is to flex the thumb at the metacarpophalangeal joint.

Flexor Pollicis Brevis Muscle

FLEXOR POLLICIS LONGUS MUSCLE

C150851

A muscle in the forearm, in general extending from the anterior surface of the radius and interosseous membrane to the palmar aspect of the base of the distal phalanx of the thumb; primary function is flexion of the thumb.

Flexor Pollicis Longus Muscle

FLOOR OF MOUTH

C54187

The area of the mouth under the ventral surface of the tongue.

Floor of Mouth

FONTANELLE

C32621

Fontanel;Soft Spot

The membrane-covered space between the skull bones of a neonate or fetus where ossification is not complete and sutures are not fully formed.

Fontanelle

FOOT DIGIT 1

C52839

Big Toe

The largest and most medial toe of the foot. (NCI)

Foot Digit 1

FOOT DIGIT 2

C52840

Index Toe

The second toe from the medial side of the foot. (NCI)

Foot Digit 2

FOOT DIGIT 3

C52841

Middle Toe

The middle or third toe from the medial side of the foot. (NCI)

Foot Digit 3

FOOT DIGIT 4

C52842

Fourth Toe

The fourth toe from the medial side of the foot. (NCI)

Foot Digit 4

FOOT DIGIT 5

C52843

Little Toe

The smallest and most lateral toe of the foot. (NCI)

Foot Digit 5

FOOT PHALANX

C52772

Foot Phalanx

A bone of the foot. (NCI)

Foot Phalanx

FOOT

C32622

The entire structure distal to the ankle joint/tarsus, which includes the metatarsus and digit(s).

Foot

FOREARM PRONATOR MUSCLES

C186117

A group of muscles in the ankle, the brachioradialis, pronator teres, pronator quadratus, and flexor carpi radialis muscles; primary function is to rotate the forearm so that the palm faces downward when the arm is extended at a right angle to the body.

Forearm Pronator Muscles

FOREARM

C32628

Forearm

The structure on the upper limb, between the elbow and the wrist. (NCI)

Forearm

FOREBRAIN

C40185

The largest part of the brain composed of the cerebral hemispheres, thalamus, hypothalamus, and the limbic system. (NCI)

Forebrain

FOREHEAD

C89803

Forehead

The part of the face between the eyebrows and the normal hairline.

Forehead

FORELIMB

C176321

The anterior, front or upper limb of an animal.

Fore Limb

FOREPAW PHALANX

C186118

Forepaw Phalange

Any of the bones that make up the digits of the forepaw.

Forepaw Phalanx

FORESKIN

C33049

Male Prepuce

A fold of skin covering the tip of the penis.

Male Prepuce

FOVEA

C26463

Fovea Centralis

Area consisting of a small depression in the retina containing only cones and where vision is most acute.

Fovea Centralis

FRONTAL BONE

C32635

A bone of the skull forming the front part of the skull, root of the nose, and the roof of both orbits.

Frontal Bone

FRONTAL LOBE

C12352

Frontal Lobe

The part of the brain located anterior to the parietal lobes at the front of each cerebral hemisphere. (NCI)

Frontal Lobe

FRONTAL SINUS

C12277

Frontal Sinus

The paired, mucosal lined air spaces located above the orbit and communicating with the nasal passages. (NCI)

Frontal Sinus

FRONTALIS MUSCLE

C186119

A muscle of the forehead, in general extending from the galea aponeurotica at the top of the skull to the skin around the eyebrows and the top of the nose; primary function is to raise the eyebrows.

Frontalis Muscle

FUNDUS OF THE EYE

C135172

The portion of the interior of the eye that includes the sensory retina, the optic disc, and the macula.

Eye Fundus

FUNDUS OF THE STOMACH

C12257

The blind sac region of the glandular stomach.

Fundus of the Stomach

FUNDUS UTERI

C12315

The upper, rounded portion of the uterus that is opposite from the cervix.

Fundus Uteri

GALLBLADDER

C12377

A sac-like organ located adjacent to the liver that stores and concentrates bile produced by the liver.

Gallbladder

GANGLION

C12719

Ganglia;Ganglion;Neural Ganglion

A cluster of nervous tissue principally composed of neuronal cell bodies external to the central nervous system (CNS). (NCI)

Ganglion

GASTRIC CARDIA

C12256

The region of the stomach adjacent to the esophogastric junction.

Gastric Cardia

GASTRIC CURVATURE LYMPH NODE

C154773

Lymph node(s) located between the two layers of the greater omentum, either superiorly along the cardiac half of the lesser curvature of the stomach or inferiorly along the pyloric half of the greater curvature of the stomach.

Gastric Curvature Lymph Node

GASTRIC MUCOSA

C32656

Stomach Mucosa

The mucosal membranes that line the inner surface of the stomach.

Gastric Mucosa

GASTROCNEMIUS MUSCLE

C32666

A bipennate muscle extending from the femoral condyles to the calcaneus; primary function is the extension of the tarsal joint and flexion of the femorotibial joint.

Gastrocnemius Muscle

GASTROCNEMIUS MUSCLE, LATERAL HEAD

C163519

One of two heads of the gastrocnemius muscle, in general originating from the lateral femoral condyle.

Lateral Head of Gastrocnemius Muscle

GASTROCNEMIUS MUSCLE, MEDIAL HEAD

C163520

One of two heads of the gastrocnemius muscle, in general originating from the medial femoral condyle.

Medial Head of Gastrocnemius Muscle

GASTROESOPHAGEAL JUNCTION

C32668

Gastroesophageal Junction

The anatomical location where the esophagus joins to the stomach. (NCI)

Gastroesophageal Junction

GASTROINTESTINAL SYSTEM

C12378

Gastrointestinal System

The system that includes the esophagus, stomach, small and large intestine, anus, liver, biliary tract, and pancreas. (NCI)

Digestive System

GASTROINTESTINAL TRACT

C34082

Gastrointestinal Tract

The upper gastrointestinal (GI) tract is comprised of mouth, pharynx, esophagus and stomach while the lower GI tract consists of intestines and anus. The primary function of the GI tract is to ingest, digest, absorb and ultimately excrete food stuff. (NCI)

Gastrointestinal Tract

GASTROINTESTINAL TRACT, LOWER

C33010

Lower Gastrointestinal Tract

The lower part of the gastrointestinal tract that includes the jejunum and ileum of the small intestine and the large intestine. (NCI)

Lower Gastrointestinal Tract

GASTROINTESTINAL TRACT, LOWER, WALL

C176241

The portion of the gastrointestinal tract wall that surrounds the cavities of the duodenum, jejunum, ileum, colon, rectum, and anus.

Lower Gastrointestinal Tract Wall

GASTROINTESTINAL TRACT, UPPER

C33837

Upper Gastrointestinal Tract

The upper part of the gastrointestinal tract that includes the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum. (NCI)

Upper Gastrointestinal Tract

GASTROINTESTINAL TRACT, UPPER, WALL

C176314

The portion of the gastrointestinal tract wall that surrounds the cavities of the esophagus and stomach. The proximal duodenum is also sometimes considered part of the upper gastrointestinal tract.

Upper Gastrointestinal Tract Wall

GASTROINTESTINAL TRACT, WALL

C176233

The multiple layers of specialized tissue that surround the cavity of the gastrointestinal tract, including the mucosa, submucosa, muscular layers, and serosa.

Gastrointestinal Tract Wall

GENIOGLOSSUS MUSCLE

C52928

A muscle of the tongue, in general extending from the mental spine of the mandible to the hyoid bone at the bottom of the tongue; primary function is to depress and protrude the tongue.

Genioglossus

GENITAL TUBERCLE

C176324

A protruding body of tissue that forms in the ventral caudal region during embryonic development.

Genital Tubercle

GENITALIA

C25177

The external sex organs. (NCI)

Genitalia

GENITOURINARY SYSTEM

C12810

The body system that includes all organs involved in reproduction and in the formation and voidance of urine.

Genitourinary System

GINGIVA

C32677

Gum

The soft tissue surrounding the neck of individual teeth as well as covering the alveolar bone. The tissue is fibrous and continuous with the periodontal ligament and mucosal covering. (NCI)

Gingiva

GINGIVAL MUCOSA

C139199

The portion of the oral mucosa that surrounds the cervical aspect of teeth and the alveolar process of the jaw.

Gingival Mucosa

GLENOID FOSSA

C32682

Glenoid Fossa

The trough in the head of the scapula that receives the head of the humerus to form the shoulder joint. (NCI)

Glenoid Fossa

GLOBUS PALLIDUS

C12449

Paired nuclei at the base of the forebrain that, along with the putamen, form the lentiform nucleus of the basal ganglia.

Globus Pallidus

GLOMERULUS

C13250

A cluster of convoluted capillaries beginning at each nephric tubule in the kidney and held together by connective tissue.

Glomerulus

GLOSSOPHARYNGEAL NERVE

C12723

The ninth cranial nerve.

Glossopharyngeal Nerve

GLOTTIS

C12724

Glottis

The space in which the vocal cords are located. (NCI)

Glottis

GLOTTIS, ANTERIOR COMMISSURE

C128630

Laryngeal Anterior Commissure

The anterior surface of the glottic opening, located within the larynx, that constitutes the junction of the conus elasticus and the thyroepiglottic, vestibular, and vocal ligaments.

Laryngeal Anterior Commissure

GLOTTIS, POSTERIOR COMMISSURE

C164282

Laryngeal Posterior Commissure

The posterior surface of the glottic opening at the level of the vocal cords.

Laryngeal Posterior Commissure

GLUTEAL MUSCLE

C78205

A group of three muscles (gluteus maximus, gluteus medius, gluteus minimus) extending from the ilium and sacrum to the femur; primary function is extension and abduction of the hip joint.

Gluteal Muscle

GLUTEUS MAXIMUS

C52560

The outermost and largest muscle of the buttocks. (NCI)

Gluteus Maximus

GLUTEUS MEDIUS

C52933

A muscle of the hip and buttock, in general extending from the gluteal surface of the ilium to the lateral aspect of the greater trochanter of the femur; primary function is to abduct and rotate the thigh.

Gluteus Medius

GONAD

C12725

A reproductive organ that produces gametes.

Gonad

GRACILIS MUSCLE

C52935

A muscle in the thigh, in general extending from the lower half of the symphysis pubis and the upper half of the pubic arch to the upper part of the medial surface of the tibia; primary function is to adduct the thigh, rotate the leg/hindlimb medially and flex the knee.

Gracilis

GREAT SAPHENOUS VEIN

C33004

Long Saphenous Vein

A long superficial vein originating from the dorsal vein at the big toe and the dorsal venous arch of the foot and extending up the inner leg to empty into the femoral artery in the groin area.

Long Saphenous Vein

GREAT TROCHANTER

C32698

Great Trochanter

A large, irregular, quadrilateral area of bone found at the neck of the femur. (NCI)

Great Trochanter

GREAT VESSELS

C102955

Any of the major arteries or veins attached to the cardiac atria or ventricles.

Great Blood Vessel

GREATER CURVATURE OF THE STOMACH

C12262

Greater Curvature of the Stomach

The lateral and inferior border of the stomach. Attached to it is the greater omentum. (NCI)

Greater Curvature of the Stomach

GUT-ASSOCIATED LYMPHOID TISSUE

C12936

GALT

Lymphoid tissue located in the mucosa of the digestive tract.

Gut-Associated Lymphoid Tissue

HAIR BULB

C32706

The lower segment of the hair that circles the dermal papilla and the hair matrix. (NCI)

Hair Bulb

HAIR FOLLICLE

C13317

A tube-like invagination of the epidermis from which the hair shaft develops and into which the sebaceous glands open; the follicle is lined by a cellular inner and outer root sheath of epidermal origin and is invested with a fibrous sheath derived from the dermis. (NCI)

Hair Follicle

HAIR ROOT

C32711

The portion of the hair that is enclosed within the hair follicle. (NCI)

Hair Root

HAIR SHAFT

C33543

Shaft of the Hair

The segment of the hair that projects above the skin surface. (NCI)

Shaft of the Hair

HAIR

C32705

Hair

The filamentous outgrowth of the epidermis. (NCI)

Hair

HAMATE BONE

C12860

Hamate Bone

The medial bone in the distal row of carpal bones. (NCI)

Hamate Bone

HAMSTRING MUSCLE

C53042

A group of three muscles in the lower extremity, the biceps femoris, semimembranosus muscle and semitendinosus muscle; primary function is to extend the hip when the trunk is fixed and flex the knee, and medially rotate the lower leg when the knee is bent.

Hamstring

HAND DIGIT 1 ARTERY

C178000

Thumb Artery

Any of the arteries that supply blood to the thumb; either the ulnopalmar, radiopalmar, ulnodorsal, or radiodorsal digital artery to the thumb, or the princeps pollicis artery.

Hand Digit 1 Artery

HAND DIGIT 1

C52834

Thumb

The thick and short hand digit which is next to the index finger in humans. (NCI)

Hand Digit 1

HAND DIGIT 2 ARTERY

C177996

Index Finger Artery

Any of the arteries that supply blood to the index finger, either the radial artery of the index finger or the ulnar proper digital artery.

Hand Digit 2 Artery

HAND DIGIT 2

C52835

Index Finger

The second finger from the radial side of the hand, next to the thumb. (NCI)

Hand Digit 2

HAND DIGIT 3 ARTERY

C177998

Middle Finger Artery

Any of the arteries that supply blood to the middle finger, either the ulnar or radial proper digital artery.

Hand Digit 3 Artery

HAND DIGIT 3

C52836

Middle Finger

The middle or third finger from the radial side of the hand. (NCI)

Hand Digit 3

HAND DIGIT 4 ARTERY

C177999

Ring Finger Artery

Any of the arteries that supply blood to the ring finger, either the ulnar or radial proper digital artery.

Hand Digit 4 Artery

HAND DIGIT 4

C52837

Ring Finger

The fourth finger from the radial side of the hand. (NCI)

Hand Digit 4

HAND DIGIT 5 ARTERY

C177997

Little Finger Artery

Any of the arteries that supply blood to the little finger, either the ulnar or radial proper digital artery.

Hand Digit 5 Artery

HAND DIGIT 5

C52838

Little Finger

The fifth and smallest finger from the radial side of the hand. (NCI)

Hand Digit 5

HAND PHALANX

C52771

Hand Phalanx

A bone of the hand. (NCI)

Hand Phalanx

HAND

C32712

Hand

The distal portion of the upper extremity. It consists of the carpus, metacarpus, and digits. (NCI)

Hand

HARD PALATE

C12230

The part of the roof of the mouth supported by bone.

Hard Palate

HEAD AND NECK

C12418

The area of the body comprising the skull, facial bones and the cervical vertebrae, sinuses, orbits, salivary glands, oral cavity, oropharynx, larynx, thyroid, facial and neck musculature, soft tissue and lymph nodes draining these areas.

Head and Neck

HEAD OF THE FIBULA

C32719

Fibular Head

The upper rounded part of the fibula that articulates with the tibia.

Head of the Fibula

HEAD OF THE HUMERUS

C32720

Head of the Humerus

The upper rounded part of the humerus that fits into the glenoid cavity of the scapula. (NCI)

Head of the Humerus

HEAD

C12419

The portion of the body containing the mouth, the brain and multiple sensory organs.

Head

HEART

C12727

A hollow muscular organ which receives the blood from the veins and pumps it into the arteries.

Heart

HEART, APEX

C32126

Apex of the Heart

The most outer superficial part of the heart which is situated on the left 5th intercostal space. (NCI)

Apex of the Heart

HEART, ATRIUM

C12728

Cardiac Atrium

The smaller chamber(s) of the heart that receives blood from the peripheral circulation and/or the lungs.

Cardiac Atrium

HEART, BASE

C48589

Base of the Heart

The superior portion of the heart located opposite to the apical portion. It is formed mainly by the left atrium. (NCI)

Base of the Heart

HEART, FORAMEN OVALE

C34241

An opening between the right and left atria in the fetal heart that allows blood to bypass the lungs and flow directly into the systemic circulation.

Foramen Ovale of the Fetal Heart

HEART, LEFT ATRIAL APPENDAGE

C127643

A small muscular pouch located in the wall of the left atrium.

Left Atrial Appendage

HEART, LEFT ATRIUM

C12869

The smaller chamber on the left side of the heart, which receives oxygenated blood from the pulmonary veins and pumps it through the left atrioventricular valve into the left ventricle.

Left Atrium

HEART, LEFT VENTRICLE

C12871

Left Ventricle

The larger chamber on the left side of the heart, which receives oxygenated blood from the left atrium and pumps it through the aortic valve into the aorta.

Left Ventricle

HEART, LEFT VENTRICULAR OUTFLOW TRACT

C127644

The structure through which blood flows from the left ventricle into the aortic root.

Left Ventricular Outflow Tract

HEART, LEFT VENTRICULAR WALL

C127645

The wall of the left ventricle, comprising anterior, inferior, lateral, apical, basal wall; and excluding the interventricular septum.

Left Ventricular Wall

HEART, RIGHT ATRIAL APPENDAGE

C127646

A small muscular pouch located in the wall of the right atrium.

Right Atrial Appendage

HEART, RIGHT ATRIUM

C12868

The smaller chamber on the right side of the heart, which receives deoxygenated blood from the body and pumps it through the right atrioventricular valve into the right ventricle.

Right Atrium

HEART, RIGHT VENTRICLE

C12870

Right Ventricle

The larger chamber on the right side of the heart, which receives deoxygenated blood from the right atrium and pumps it through the pulmonic valve into the pulmonary arteries.

Right Ventricle

HEART, RIGHT VENTRICLE, BASE

C201433

The inferior portion of the right ventricle of the heart.

Base of the Right Ventricle

HEART, RIGHT VENTRICLE, MID-LEVEL

C201434

The central portion of the right ventricle of the heart.

Mid Level Right Ventricle

HEART, RIGHT VENTRICULAR FREE WALL

C127647

The lateral segment of the right ventricular wall, excluding the anterior and inferior right ventricular wall.

Right Ventricular Free Wall

HEART, RIGHT VENTRICULAR OUTFLOW TRACT

C127648

The structure through which blood flows from the right ventricle into the pulmonary trunk.

Right Ventricular Outflow Tract

HEART, RIGHT VENTRICULAR WALL

C127649

The wall of the right ventricle, comprising anterior, inferior, and lateral walls; and excluding the interventricular septum.

Right Ventricular Wall

HEART, SEPTUM

C49485

Cardiac Septum

The tissue in the heart that separates the two atria (atrial septum) and the two ventricles (ventricular septum). (NCI)

Heart Septum

HEART, VENTRICLE

C12730

Cardiac Ventricle

The larger chamber(s) of the heart that receives blood from an atrium and pushes it out of the heart into the peripheral circulation and/or the lungs.

Cardiac Ventricle

HEART, VENTRICULAR CHAMBER

C186120

The anatomical space of a cardiac ventricle.

Heart, Ventricular Chamber

HEART, VENTRICULAR WALL

C119295

The tissue layers that form the cardiac ventricle. They include myocardium, endocardium, and pericardium. (NCI)

Ventricular Wall of the Heart

HEEL OF THE FOOT

C161381

The rounded back part of the foot below the ankle and behind the arch. (NCI)

Heel of the Foot

HEEL OF THE HAND

C161382

Heel of the Palm

The raised part of the palm of the hand that is adjacent to the wrist. (NCI)

Heel of the Hand

HEPATIC ARTERY

C32729

An artery arising from the celiac trunk that supplies the liver and branches to form the cystic, gastro-duodenalis and pyloric arteries.

Common Hepatic Artery

HEPATIC LYMPH NODE

C77640

Lymph node(s) adjacent to the liver.

Hepatic Lymph Node

HEPATIC VEIN

C32736

The blood vessels that drain blood from the central veins of the liver into the inferior vena cava.

Hepatic Vein

HEPATOBILIARY SYSTEM

C43612

The body system that includes the liver, gallbladder, and associated ducts.

Hepatobiliary System

HILAR LYMPH NODE

C98187

A lymph node located in the hilum of the lung within the mediastinum.

Pulmonary Hilar Lymph Node

HILAR

C25724

Hilar

Refers to the area associated with the hilum. (NCI)

Hilar

HINDLIMB

C77625

The posterior, rear or lower limb of an animal.

Hind Limb

HINDPAW PHALANX

C186121

Hindpaw Phalange

Any of the bones that make up the digits of the hindpaw.

Hindpaw Phalanx

HIP ADDUCTORS

C53039

A group of muscles generally extending from the pubis to the femur; primary function is adduction of the thigh.

Adductor Group of the Leg

HIP FLEXOR MUSCLES

C186122

A group of muscles in the hip, the psoas major, iliacus, rectus femoris, pectineus, and sartorius; primary function is to move the leg or knee towards the torso and bend at the waist.

Hip Flexor Muscles

HIP JOINT

C32742

Coxofemoral Joint;Hip Joint

A ball-and-socket joint between the head of the femur and the acetabulum. (NCI)

Hip Joint

HIP

C64193

Hip

The lateral prominence of the pelvis from the waist to the thigh. (NCI)

Hip

HIPPOCAMPUS

C12444

A curved gray matter structure of the cerebrum that is part of the limbic system.

Hippocampus

HUMERAL EPICONDYLE

C114187

The bone prominence at the distal end of the humerus to which ligaments and tendons of the joints are attached.

Humeral Epicondyle

HUMERUS SHAFT

C120671

The cylindrical, elongated bony body of the humerus.

Humeral Shaft

HUMERUS

C12731

Bone, Humeral

The bone between the scapulohumeral and humeroulnar joints.

Humerus

HYMENAL RING

C165999

The outer edge of the hymen or hymenal remnants.

Hymenal Ring

HYOID BONE

C32752

Hyoid Bone

A U-shaped bone supporting the tongue. This bone is located at the base of the tongue and is suspended from the tips of the styloid processes of the temporal bones by the stylohyoid ligaments. (NCI)

Hyoid Bone

HYPOGLOSSAL NERVE

C12732

The twelfth cranial nerve.

Hypoglossal Nerve

HYPOPHARYNX

C12246

Hypopharynx

The lower part of the pharynx that connects to the esophagus. (NCI)

Hypopharynx

HYPOTHALAMUS

C12458

A small region of the brain composed of multiple nuclei and located underneath the thalamus.

Hypothalamus

ILEOCECAL JUNCTION

C178001

Ileocecal Region

The segment of the gastrointestinal tract where the terminal ileum transitions to the cecum, and where the ileocecal sphincter regulates the movement of chyme from the small intestine into the large intestine. (NCI)

Ileocecal Junction

ILEUM LYMPH NODE

C176318

A lymph node located in the ileum.

Ileum Lymph Node

ILEUM WALL

C176316

The portion of the gastrointestinal tract wall that surrounds the cavity of the ileum and contains collections of lymphatic tissue called Peyer patches, as well as receptors for bile salts and vitamin B12.

Ileum Wall

ILEUM

C12387

The portion of the small intestine between the jejunum and large intestine.

Ileum

ILEUM, TERMINAL

C33757

Terminal Ileum

The most distal section of the ileum that is continuous with the cecum. (NCI)

Terminal Ileum

ILIAC CREST

C103818

A predominate bone structure which borders the ilium wing stretching from the anterior superior iliac spine to the posterior superior iliac spine.

Iliac Crest

ILIAC FOSSA

C103454

The large smooth and concave surface of the ilium. (NCI)

Iliac Fossa

ILIAC LYMPH NODE

C32761

Lymph node(s) adjacent to the iliac vessels in the iliosacral region and cranial to the iliofemoral lymph node.

Iliac Lymph Node

ILIAC VEIN

C12734

Veins in the pelvis, which include the common, external and internal iliac veins.

Iliac Vein

ILIOPSOAS MUSCLE

C32764

A combination of two muscles found in the thigh, the iliacus and the psoas major, which have different sites of origin but a common insertion on the lesser trochanter of the femur; primary function is flexion of the hip.

Iliopsoas Muscle

ILIOTIBIAL BAND

C139207

A dense band of avascular, regular connective tissue. It is formed as the union of the superficial and deep layers of the tensor fascia latae, creating a thick band that extends inferiorly, taking its origins from the iliac crest, the tensor fascia latae, and the gluteus maximus, travelling inferiolaterally along the thigh, and inserting on Gerdy's tubercle on the lateral aspect of the tibia. Functionally, the iliotibial band helps to flex, abduct, and medially rotate the femur at the hip joint, and it also helps to stabilize the knee laterally.

Iliotibial Band

ILIUM

C32765

Ilium

The broad, dorsal, upper, and widest of the three principal bones composing either half of the pelvis. (NCI)

Ilium

INCISOR

C32769

A tooth between the canines in either jaw.

Incisor

INCUS

C32770

Incus

One of the three bones comprising the middle ear. This anvil-shaped bone is positioned between the malleus and the stapes. (NCI)

Incus

INFERIOR MEDIASTINAL LYMPH NODE

C113695

A group of lymph nodes located in the inferior part of the mediastinum. (NCI)

Inferior Mediastinal Lymph Node

INFERIOR PUBIC RAMUS

C132392

The portion of the pubic ramus that lies between the superior pubic ramus and the inferior ramus of the ischium.

Inferior Pubic Ramus

INFERIOR TEMPORAL GYRUS

C32791

A ridge on the outer surface of the temporal lobe below the middle sulcus. (NCI)

Inferior Temporal Gyrus

INFERIOR VENA CAVA

C12815

Caudal Vena Cava;Posterior Vena Cava

A large vein that returns blood from the lower half of the body to the heart.

Inferior Vena Cava

INFRACLAVICULAR LYMPH NODE

C63705

Infraclavicular Lymph Node;Subclavicular Lymph Node

A lymph node located in the area below the clavicle. (NCI)

Infraclavicular Lymph Node

INFRARENAL AORTA

C116179

The portion of the abdominal aorta distal to the renal arteries.

Infrarenal Aortic Segment

INFRASPINATUS MUSCLE

C32797

A muscle of the rotator cuff, in general extending from the infraspinatus fossa of the scapula to the greater tubercle of the humerus; primary function is to extend and rotate the arm laterally.

Infraspinatus

INFRATENTORIAL BRAIN

C12509

The part of the brain below the tentorium cerebellum. (NCI)

Infratentorial Brain

INGUINAL LYMPH NODE

C32801

Lymph node(s) in the inguinal region.

Inguinal Lymph Node

INGUINAL REGION

C12726

Groin

The lower region of the anterior abdominal wall located laterally to the pubic region. (NCI)

Inguinal Region

INSULAR CORTEX

C32278

Central Lobe

A distinct cerebral lobe positioned in the depth of the Sylvian fissures and overlaid entirely by adjacent regions of the cerebral hemispheres.

Central Lobe

INTERATRIAL SEPTUM

C32818

Atrial Septum;Heart, Atrial Septum

The wall of tissue that separates the right atrium from the left atrium in the heart.

Interatrial Septum

INTERNAL ILIAC ARTERY

C32845

A short thick blood vessel arising from the bifurcation of the common iliac artery with numerous branches that supply the organs, walls and viscera of the pelvis as well as the inner thigh.

Internal Iliac Artery

INTERNAL ILIAC LYMPH NODE

C88142

A lymph node located along the internal iliac artery. (NCI)

Internal Iliac Lymph Node

INTERNAL MAMMARY ARTERY

C52941

An artery of the thoracic wall; in general it arises from the subclavian artery and branches into the musculophrenic and superior epigastric arteries.

Internal Mammary Artery

INTERNAL MAMMARY LYMPH NODE

C32853

Lymph node(s) in or adjacent to the mammary gland.

Internal Mammary Lymph Node

INTERPARIETAL BONE

C186123

A bone of the skull situated between the parietal and supraoccipital bones.

Interparietal Bone

INTERPHALANGEAL JOINT 1 OF THE FOOT

C114200

IP1 of the Foot

A ginglymoid (hinge) synovial joint within the first digit of the foot articulating the proximal and distal phalanges. (NCI)

Interphalangeal Joint 1 of the Foot

INTERPHALANGEAL JOINT 1

C102301

IP1

A ginglymoid (hinge) synovial joint within the first digit of the hand or foot articulating the proximal and distal phalanges. (NCI)

Interphalangeal Joint 1

INTERPHALANGEAL JOINT 2 OF THE FOOT

C114201

IP2 of the Foot

A ginglymoid (hinge) synovial joint between the phalanges of the second digit of the foot. (NCI)

Interphalangeal Joint 2 of the Foot

INTERPHALANGEAL JOINT 2 OF THE HAND

C114190

IP2 of the Hand

A ginglymoid (hinge) synovial joint between the phalanges of the second digit of the hand. (NCI)

Interphalangeal Joint 2 of the Hand

INTERPHALANGEAL JOINT 2

C102302

IP2

A ginglymoid (hinge) synovial joint between the phalanges of the second digit of the hand or foot. (NCI)

Interphalangeal Joint 2

INTERPHALANGEAL JOINT 3 OF THE FOOT

C114202

IP3 of the Foot

A ginglymoid (hinge) synovial joint between the phalanges of the third digit of the foot. (NCI)

Interphalangeal Joint 3 of the Foot

INTERPHALANGEAL JOINT 3 OF THE HAND

C114191

IP3 of the Hand

A ginglymoid (hinge) synovial joint between the phalanges of the third digit of the hand. (NCI)

Interphalangeal Joint 3 of the Hand

INTERPHALANGEAL JOINT 3

C102303

IP3

A ginglymoid (hinge) synovial joint between the phalanges of the third digit of the hand or foot. (NCI)

Interphalangeal Joint 3

INTERPHALANGEAL JOINT 4 OF THE FOOT

C114203

IP4 of the Foot

A ginglymoid (hinge) synovial joint between the phalanges of the fourth digit of the foot. (NCI)

Interphalangeal Joint 4 of the Foot

INTERPHALANGEAL JOINT 4 OF THE HAND

C114192

IP4 of the Hand

A ginglymoid (hinge) synovial joint between the phalanges of the fourth digit of the hand. (NCI)

Interphalangeal Joint 4 of the Hand

INTERPHALANGEAL JOINT 4

C102304

IP4

A ginglymoid (hinge) synovial joint between the phalanges of the fourth digit of the hand or foot. (NCI)

Interphalangeal Joint 4

INTERPHALANGEAL JOINT 5 OF THE FOOT

C114204

IP5 of the Foot

A ginglymoid (hinge) synovial joint between the phalanges of the fifth digit of the foot. (NCI)

Interphalangeal Joint 5 of the Foot

INTERPHALANGEAL JOINT 5 OF THE HAND

C114193

IP5 of the Hand

A ginglymoid (hinge) synovial joint between the phalanges of the fifth digit of the hand. (NCI)

Interphalangeal Joint 5 of the Hand

INTERPHALANGEAL JOINT 5

C102305

IP5

A ginglymoid (hinge) synovial joint between the phalanges of the fifth digit of the hand or foot. (NCI)

Interphalangeal Joint 5

INTERPHALANGEAL JOINT OF THE HAND

C32868

Interphalangeal Joint of the Hand

The hinge synovial joints between the phalanges of the fingers. (NCI)

Interphalangeal Joint of the Hand

INTERPHALANGEAL OF THE FOOT

C32867

IP of the Foot

The hinge synovial joints between the bones of the toes. (NCI)

Interphalangeal Joint of the Foot

INTERPHALANGEAL THUMB JOINT

C102306

Interphalangeal Joint 1 of the Hand;IP THUMB;IP1 of the Hand

A condyloid synovial joint within the thumb articulating the proximal and distal phalanges.

Interphalangeal Thumb Joint

INTERTROCHANTERIC REGION

C120672

The bony region in the proximal portion of the femur between the greater, lesser and sub- (also called the third) trochanters.

Intertrochanteric Region

INTERVENTRICULAR SEPTUM

C32874

Heart, Ventricular Septum;Interventricular Septal Wall;Ventricular Septum

The wall that separates the left and right ventricles of the heart. (NCI)

Interventricular Septum

INTESTINAL WALL

C49478

The tissue that forms the wall of the small and large intestine.

Intestinal Wall Tissue

INTESTINE

C12736

The portion of the gastrointestinal tract that includes the small and large intestines.

Intestine

INTRAHEPATIC BILE DUCT

C12677

The bile ducts that pass through and drain bile from the liver. (NCI)

Intrahepatic Bile Duct

INTRAHEPATIC LARGE BILE DUCT

C96803

Perihilar Bile Duct

The larger bile ducts which are located within the liver and drain bile from the smaller peripheral intrahepatic bile ducts into the right and left hepatic ducts.

Intrahepatic Large Bile Duct

INTRATHORACIC LYMPH NODE

C12359

Any lymph node within the thoracic cavity.

Intrathoracic Lymph Node

IRIS

C12737

The tissue in the eye that separates the anterior chamber from the posterior chamber.

Iris

ISCHIAL TUBEROSITY

C105446

The bony prominence of the lower part of the ischium. (NCI)

Ischial Tuberosity

ISCHIORECTAL FOSSA

C103455

A tetrahedral region of adipose tissue located in the ischiorectal region with its base between the tuberosity of the ischium and the lower end of the rectum and its apex at the point where the obturator fascia and the Levator ani membrane divide.

Ischiorectal Fossa

ISCHIUM

C32884

Ischium

The most posterior and ventral bone making up the pelvis. (NCI)

Ischium

JAW

C48821

The structures of the skull that frame the mouth.

Jaw Bone

JEJUNUM

C12388

The portion of the small intestine between the duodenum and ileum.

Jejunum

JOINT

C13044

Articulation;Joint

The connection point between two bones or skeletal elements. The joint may be fixed or movable. (NCI)

Joint

JUGULAR VEIN

C12738

Vena Jugularis

One of the veins of the neck; in general it arises from the junction of the maxillary and linguofacial veins and drains into the brachiocephalic or the cranial caval vein.

Jugular Vein

KIDNEY INTERPOLAR REGION

C186124

The portion of the kidney that is located between the upper and lower poles and contains the renal hilum.

Kidney Interpolar Region

KIDNEY

C12415

The organs of the urinary tract located in the retroperitoneal cavity adjacent to the spine and composed of the renal cortex and the renal medulla.

Kidney

KIDNEY, CORTEX

C12739

Renal Cortex

The division of the renal parenchyma located between the renal capsule and the renal medulla, which contains glomeruli and tubules for filtering blood.

Renal Cortex

KIDNEY, HILUM

C32740

Hilar Area of the Kidney

The concave area of the kidney through which the renal artery enters and the renal vein and ureter exit the organ. (NCI)

Hilar Area of the Kidney

KIDNEY, LOWER POLE

C93180

Lower Pole of the Kidney

The lowermost portion of the kidney.

Lower Pole of Kidney

KIDNEY, MEDULLA

C12740

Renal Medulla

The deepest division of the renal parenchyma, comprising the renal pyramids, which contain a dense network of nephrons, all of which are part of the blood filtration process.

Renal Medulla

KIDNEY, UPPER POLE

C93179

Upper Pole of the Kidney

The uppermost portion of the kidney.

Upper Pole of Kidney

KNEE FLEXOR MUSCLES

C186125

A group of muscles in the knee, the sartorius, popliteus, gastrocnemius, gracilis, semi-tendinosis, semi-membranosis, and bicep femoris muscles; primary function is to flex the knee.

Knee Flexor Muscles

KNEE JOINT TENDONS

C161388

The tendons that connect the quadriceps muscles to the kneecap, the hamstring muscles to the shin bone and fibula, and the patella to the top part of the fibula, enabling flexion, extension, and slight rotation of the knee. (NCI)

Knee Joint Tendons

KNEE JOINT

C32898

Femorotibial Joint;Joint, Stifle;Knee;Tibiofemoral Joint

The joint connecting the lower part of the femur with the upper part of the tibia.

Knee Joint

L1 VERTEBRA

C32899

L1 Vertebra

The first lumbar vertebra counting from the top down. (NCI)

L1 Vertebra

L2 VERTEBRA

C32900

L2 Vertebra

The second lumbar vertebra counting from the top down. (NCI)

L2 Vertebra

L2-L3 INTERVERTEBRAL SPACE

C112327

The space between the L2 and L3 vertebrae.

L2-L3 Intervertebral Space

L3 VERTEBRA

C32901

L3 Vertebra

The third lumbar vertebra counting from the top down. (NCI)

L3 Vertebra

L3-L4 INTERVERTEBRAL SPACE

C112328

The space between the L3 and L4 vertebrae.

L3-L4 Intervertebral Space

L4 VERTEBRA

C32902

L4 Vertebra

The fourth lumbar vertebra counting from the top down. (NCI)

L4 Vertebra

L4-L5 INTERVERTEBRAL SPACE

C142296

The space between the L4 and L5 vertebrae.

L4-L5 Intervertebral Space

L5 VERTEBRA

C32903

L5 Vertebra

The fifth lumbar vertebra counting from the top down. (NCI)

L5 Vertebra

L5-S1 INTERVERTEBRAL SPACE

C154781

The space between the L5 and S1 vertebrae.

L5-S1 Intervertebral Space

L6 VERTEBRA

C120673

A congenital anomaly of the spine, where an extra or supernumerary lumbar vertebra arises from below the 5th lumbar vertebra.

Extra Lumbar Vertebra

LACRIMAL BONE

C32906

Lacrimal Bone

A small rectangular thin plate forming part of the medial orbit wall. It is located posterior to the frontal process of the maxilla and articulates with the inferior nasal concha, ethmoid, frontal, and maxillary bones. (NCI)

Lacrimal Bone

LACRIMAL GLAND

C12346

The exocrine glands that produce the watery serous component of tears.

Lacrimal Gland

LAD SEPTAL PERFORATOR ARTERY

C102313

LAD SEPTAL PERFORATOR ARTERY SEGMENTS;LAD SP

The arteries that arise from the left anterior descending (LAD) artery that supply the interventricular septum.

Left Anterior Descending Septal Perforator Artery

LARGE INTESTINE

C12379

Large Bowel

The avillous section of the intestine composed of crypts and extending from the terminal small intestine to the external orifice.

Large Intestine

LARYNX

C12420

The cartilaginous structure of the respiratory tract between the pharynx and the trachea.

Larynx

LATERAL FIRST DIAGONAL BRANCH ARTERY

C102307

LAT 1ST DIAG;LATERAL FIRST DIAGONAL BRANCH ARTERY SEGMENT

The lateral branch distal to a bifurcation of the first diagonal artery.

Lateral First Diagonal Branch Artery

LATERAL FIRST OBTUSE MARGINAL BRANCH ARTERY

C102308

First Obtuse Marginal Lateral Branch;LAT 1ST OM;LATERAL FIRST OBTUSE MARGINAL BRANCH ARTERY SEGMENT

The lateral branch distal to a bifurcation of the first obtuse marginal artery.

Lateral First Obtuse Marginal Branch Artery

LATERAL HUMERAL EPICONDYLE

C139202

A bone prominence at the distal end of the humerus to which the radial collateral ligament of the elbow joint, the anconeus and supinator muscles, and the common extensor tendon are attached.

Lateral Humeral Epicondyle

LATERAL RAMUS INTERMEDIUS ARTERY

C102309

LAT RAMUS;LATERAL RAMUS INTERMEDIUS ARTERY SEGMENT

The lateral branch distal to a bifurcation of the ramus intermedius artery.

Lateral Ramus Intermedius Artery

LATERAL SECOND DIAGONAL BRANCH ARTERY

C102310

LAT 2ND DIAG;LATERAL SECOND DIAGONAL BRANCH ARTERY SEGMENT

The lateral branch distal to a bifurcation of the second diagonal artery.

Lateral Second Diagonal Branch Artery

LATERAL SECOND OBTUSE MARGINAL BRANCH ARTERY

C102311

LAT 2ND OM;LATERAL SECOND OBTUSE MARGINAL BRANCH ARTERY SEGMENT;Second Obtuse Marginal Lateral Branch

The lateral branch distal to a bifurcation of the second obtuse marginal artery.

Lateral Second Obtuse Marginal Branch Artery

LATERAL THIRD DIAGONAL BRANCH ARTERY

C102312

LAT 3RD DIAG;LATERAL THIRD DIAGONAL BRANCH ARTERY SEGMENT

The lateral branch distal to a bifurcation of the third diagonal artery.

Lateral Third Diagonal Branch Artery

LATERAL THIRD OBTUSE MARGINAL BRANCH ARTERY

C102425

LAT 3RD OM;LATERAL THIRD OBTUSE MARGINAL BRANCH ARTERY SEGMENT;Third Obtuse Marginal Lateral Branch

The lateral branch distal to a bifurcation of the third obtuse marginal artery.

Lateral Third Obtuse Marginal Branch Artery

LATISSIMUS DORSI MUSCLE

C33150

Musculus Latissimus Dorsi

A muscle of the back, in general extending from the thoracolumbar vertebrae and scapula to the proximal humerus; primary function is adduction, extension, and medial rotation of the shoulder joint.

Musculus Latissimus Dorsi

LEFT ANTERIOR DESCENDING ARTERY OSTIUM

C116175

The opening of the left anterior descending coronary artery at its origin.

Left Anterior Descending Artery Ostium

LEFT ATRIOVENTRICULAR ARTERY

C116177

The first posterolateral branch originating from the posterior atrioventricular left circumflex artery in left dominant and mixed circulations.

Left Atrioventricular Artery

LEFT CIRCUMFLEX ARTERY OSTIUM

C116176

The opening of the left circumflex artery at its origin.

Left Circumflex Artery Ostium

LEFT CIRCUMFLEX CORONARY ARTERY

C12874

An artery arising from the bifurcation of the left coronary artery that runs along the coronary groove.

Circumflex Branch of the Left Coronary Artery

LEFT MAIN CORONARY ARTERY BIFURCATION

C116174

The portion of the distal end of the left main coronary artery that branches into the left anterior descending artery and the left circumflex artery.

Left Main Coronary Artery Bifurcation

LEFT MAIN CORONARY ARTERY BODY

C116173

The segment of the left main coronary artery that is bounded by its ostium and bifurcation.

Left Main Coronary Artery Body

LEFT MAIN CORONARY ARTERY OSTIUM

C116172

The opening of the left coronary artery at its origin.

Left Main Coronary Artery Ostium

LEFT POSTERIOR DESCENDING ARTERY

C116178

The second posterolateral branch originating from the posterior atrioventricular left circumflex artery in left dominant and mixed circulations.

Left Posterior Descending Artery

LEFT POSTEROLATERAL DESCENDING ARTERY

C102314

LEFT POSTEROLATERAL DESCENDING ARTERY SEGMENT;LPDA

In an individual with a left-dominant heart, this branch arises from the circumflex artery atrioventricular groove continuation and supplies the inferior apex of the heart.

Left Posterolateral Descending Artery

LEFT VENTRICULAR APEX SEGMENT

C127650

The apical cap division of the left ventricular myocardium as determined using the AHA 17-Segment Model (Cerqueira MD, Weissman NJ, Dilsizian V, Jacobs AK, Kaul S, Laskey WK, Pennell DJ, Rumberger JA, Ryan T, Verani MS; American Heart Association Writing Group on Myocardial Segmentation and Registration for Cardiac Imaging. Standardized myocardial segmentation and nomenclature for tomographic imaging of the heart. A statement for healthcare professionals from the Cardiac Imaging Committee of the Council on Clinical Cardiology of the American Heart Association. Circulation. 2002 Jan 29;105(4):539-42.).

Left Ventricular Apex Segment

LEFT VENTRICULAR APICAL ANTERIOR SEGMENT

C127651

The anterior portion of the apical division of the left ventricular myocardium as determined using the AHA 17-Segment Model (Cerqueira MD, Weissman NJ, Dilsizian V, Jacobs AK, Kaul S, Laskey WK, Pennell DJ, Rumberger JA, Ryan T, Verani MS; American Heart Association Writing Group on Myocardial Segmentation and Registration for Cardiac Imaging. Standardized myocardial segmentation and nomenclature for tomographic imaging of the heart. A statement for healthcare professionals from the Cardiac Imaging Committee of the Council on Clinical Cardiology of the American Heart Association. Circulation. 2002 Jan 29;105(4):539-42.).

Left Ventricular Apical Anterior Segment

LEFT VENTRICULAR APICAL INFERIOR SEGMENT

C127652

The inferior portion of the apical division of the left ventricular myocardium as determined using the AHA 17-Segment Model (Cerqueira MD, Weissman NJ, Dilsizian V, Jacobs AK, Kaul S, Laskey WK, Pennell DJ, Rumberger JA, Ryan T, Verani MS; American Heart Association Writing Group on Myocardial Segmentation and Registration for Cardiac Imaging. Standardized myocardial segmentation and nomenclature for tomographic imaging of the heart. A statement for healthcare professionals from the Cardiac Imaging Committee of the Council on Clinical Cardiology of the American Heart Association. Circulation. 2002 Jan 29;105(4):539-42.).

Left Ventricular Apical Inferior Segment

LEFT VENTRICULAR APICAL LATERAL SEGMENT

C127653

The lateral portion of the apical division of the left ventricular myocardium as determined using the AHA 17-Segment Model (Cerqueira MD, Weissman NJ, Dilsizian V, Jacobs AK, Kaul S, Laskey WK, Pennell DJ, Rumberger JA, Ryan T, Verani MS; American Heart Association Writing Group on Myocardial Segmentation and Registration for Cardiac Imaging. Standardized myocardial segmentation and nomenclature for tomographic imaging of the heart. A statement for healthcare professionals from the Cardiac Imaging Committee of the Council on Clinical Cardiology of the American Heart Association. Circulation. 2002 Jan 29;105(4):539-42.).

Left Ventricular Apical Lateral Segment

LEFT VENTRICULAR APICAL SEPTAL SEGMENT

C127654

The septal portion of the apical division of the left ventricular myocardium as determined using the AHA 17-Segment Model (Cerqueira MD, Weissman NJ, Dilsizian V, Jacobs AK, Kaul S, Laskey WK, Pennell DJ, Rumberger JA, Ryan T, Verani MS; American Heart Association Writing Group on Myocardial Segmentation and Registration for Cardiac Imaging. Standardized myocardial segmentation and nomenclature for tomographic imaging of the heart. A statement for healthcare professionals from the Cardiac Imaging Committee of the Council on Clinical Cardiology of the American Heart Association. Circulation. 2002 Jan 29;105(4):539-42.).

Left Ventricular Apical Septal Segment

LEFT VENTRICULAR BASAL ANTERIOR SEGMENT

C127655

The anterior portion of the basal division of the left ventricular myocardium as determined using the AHA 17-Segment Model (Cerqueira MD, Weissman NJ, Dilsizian V, Jacobs AK, Kaul S, Laskey WK, Pennell DJ, Rumberger JA, Ryan T, Verani MS; American Heart Association Writing Group on Myocardial Segmentation and Registration for Cardiac Imaging. Standardized myocardial segmentation and nomenclature for tomographic imaging of the heart. A statement for healthcare professionals from the Cardiac Imaging Committee of the Council on Clinical Cardiology of the American Heart Association. Circulation. 2002 Jan 29;105(4):539-42.).

Left Ventricular Basal Anterior Segment

LEFT VENTRICULAR BASAL ANTEROLATERAL SEGMENT

C127656

The anterolateral portion of the basal division of the left ventricular myocardium as determined using the AHA 17-Segment Model (Cerqueira MD, Weissman NJ, Dilsizian V, Jacobs AK, Kaul S, Laskey WK, Pennell DJ, Rumberger JA, Ryan T, Verani MS; American Heart Association Writing Group on Myocardial Segmentation and Registration for Cardiac Imaging. Standardized myocardial segmentation and nomenclature for tomographic imaging of the heart. A statement for healthcare professionals from the Cardiac Imaging Committee of the Council on Clinical Cardiology of the American Heart Association. Circulation. 2002 Jan 29;105(4):539-42.).

Left Ventricular Basal Anterolateral Segment

LEFT VENTRICULAR BASAL ANTEROSEPTAL SEGMENT

C127657

The anteroseptal portion of the basal division of the left ventricular myocardium as determined using the AHA 17-Segment Model (Cerqueira MD, Weissman NJ, Dilsizian V, Jacobs AK, Kaul S, Laskey WK, Pennell DJ, Rumberger JA, Ryan T, Verani MS; American Heart Association Writing Group on Myocardial Segmentation and Registration for Cardiac Imaging. Standardized myocardial segmentation and nomenclature for tomographic imaging of the heart. A statement for healthcare professionals from the Cardiac Imaging Committee of the Council on Clinical Cardiology of the American Heart Association. Circulation. 2002 Jan 29;105(4):539-42.).

Left Ventricular Basal Anteroseptal Segment

LEFT VENTRICULAR BASAL INFERIOR SEGMENT

C127658

The inferior portion of the basal division of the left ventricular myocardium as determined using the AHA 17-Segment Model (Cerqueira MD, Weissman NJ, Dilsizian V, Jacobs AK, Kaul S, Laskey WK, Pennell DJ, Rumberger JA, Ryan T, Verani MS; American Heart Association Writing Group on Myocardial Segmentation and Registration for Cardiac Imaging. Standardized myocardial segmentation and nomenclature for tomographic imaging of the heart. A statement for healthcare professionals from the Cardiac Imaging Committee of the Council on Clinical Cardiology of the American Heart Association. Circulation. 2002 Jan 29;105(4):539-42.).

Left Ventricular Basal Inferior Segment

LEFT VENTRICULAR BASAL INFEROLATERAL SEGMENT

C127659

The inferolateral portion of the basal division of the left ventricular myocardium as determined using the AHA 17-Segment Model (Cerqueira MD, Weissman NJ, Dilsizian V, Jacobs AK, Kaul S, Laskey WK, Pennell DJ, Rumberger JA, Ryan T, Verani MS; American Heart Association Writing Group on Myocardial Segmentation and Registration for Cardiac Imaging. Standardized myocardial segmentation and nomenclature for tomographic imaging of the heart. A statement for healthcare professionals from the Cardiac Imaging Committee of the Council on Clinical Cardiology of the American Heart Association. Circulation. 2002 Jan 29;105(4):539-42.).

Left Ventricular Basal Inferolateral Segment

LEFT VENTRICULAR BASAL INFEROSEPTAL SEGMENT

C127660

The inferoseptal portion of the basal division of the left ventricular myocardium as determined using the AHA 17-Segment Model (Cerqueira MD, Weissman NJ, Dilsizian V, Jacobs AK, Kaul S, Laskey WK, Pennell DJ, Rumberger JA, Ryan T, Verani MS; American Heart Association Writing Group on Myocardial Segmentation and Registration for Cardiac Imaging. Standardized myocardial segmentation and nomenclature for tomographic imaging of the heart. A statement for healthcare professionals from the Cardiac Imaging Committee of the Council on Clinical Cardiology of the American Heart Association. Circulation. 2002 Jan 29;105(4):539-42.).

Left Ventricular Basal Inferoseptal Segment

LEFT VENTRICULAR EPICARDIUM

C102315

The outermost layer of cardiac tissue lining of the left ventricle.

Left Ventricular Epicardium

LEFT VENTRICULAR MID ANTERIOR SEGMENT

C127661

The anterior portion of the mid-cavity division of the left ventricular myocardium as determined using the AHA 17-Segment Model (Cerqueira MD, Weissman NJ, Dilsizian V, Jacobs AK, Kaul S, Laskey WK, Pennell DJ, Rumberger JA, Ryan T, Verani MS; American Heart Association Writing Group on Myocardial Segmentation and Registration for Cardiac Imaging. Standardized myocardial segmentation and nomenclature for tomographic imaging of the heart. A statement for healthcare professionals from the Cardiac Imaging Committee of the Council on Clinical Cardiology of the American Heart Association. Circulation. 2002 Jan 29;105(4):539-42.).

Left Ventricular Mid Anterior Segment

LEFT VENTRICULAR MID ANTEROLATERAL SEGMENT

C127662

The anterolateral portion of the mid-cavity division of the left ventricular myocardium as determined using the AHA 17-Segment Model (Cerqueira MD, Weissman NJ, Dilsizian V, Jacobs AK, Kaul S, Laskey WK, Pennell DJ, Rumberger JA, Ryan T, Verani MS; American Heart Association Writing Group on Myocardial Segmentation and Registration for Cardiac Imaging. Standardized myocardial segmentation and nomenclature for tomographic imaging of the heart. A statement for healthcare professionals from the Cardiac Imaging Committee of the Council on Clinical Cardiology of the American Heart Association. Circulation. 2002 Jan 29;105(4):539-42.).

Left Ventricular Mid Anterolateral Segment

LEFT VENTRICULAR MID ANTEROSEPTAL SEGMENT

C127663

The anteroseptal portion of the mid-cavity division of the left ventricular myocardium as determined using the AHA 17-Segment Model (Cerqueira MD, Weissman NJ, Dilsizian V, Jacobs AK, Kaul S, Laskey WK, Pennell DJ, Rumberger JA, Ryan T, Verani MS; American Heart Association Writing Group on Myocardial Segmentation and Registration for Cardiac Imaging. Standardized myocardial segmentation and nomenclature for tomographic imaging of the heart. A statement for healthcare professionals from the Cardiac Imaging Committee of the Council on Clinical Cardiology of the American Heart Association. Circulation. 2002 Jan 29;105(4):539-42.).

Left Ventricular Mid Anteroseptal Segment

LEFT VENTRICULAR MID INFERIOR SEGMENT

C127664

The inferior portion of the mid-cavity division of the left ventricular myocardium as determined using the AHA 17-Segment Model (Cerqueira MD, Weissman NJ, Dilsizian V, Jacobs AK, Kaul S, Laskey WK, Pennell DJ, Rumberger JA, Ryan T, Verani MS; American Heart Association Writing Group on Myocardial Segmentation and Registration for Cardiac Imaging. Standardized myocardial segmentation and nomenclature for tomographic imaging of the heart. A statement for healthcare professionals from the Cardiac Imaging Committee of the Council on Clinical Cardiology of the American Heart Association. Circulation. 2002 Jan 29;105(4):539-42.).

Left Ventricular Mid Inferior Segment

LEFT VENTRICULAR MID INFEROLATERAL SEGMENT

C127665

The inferolateral portion of the mid-cavity division of the left ventricular myocardium as determined using the AHA 17-Segment Model (Cerqueira MD, Weissman NJ, Dilsizian V, Jacobs AK, Kaul S, Laskey WK, Pennell DJ, Rumberger JA, Ryan T, Verani MS; American Heart Association Writing Group on Myocardial Segmentation and Registration for Cardiac Imaging. Standardized myocardial segmentation and nomenclature for tomographic imaging of the heart. A statement for healthcare professionals from the Cardiac Imaging Committee of the Council on Clinical Cardiology of the American Heart Association. Circulation. 2002 Jan 29;105(4):539-42.).

Left Ventricular Mid Inferolateral Segment

LEFT VENTRICULAR MID INFEROSEPTAL SEGMENT

C127666

The inferoseptal portion of the mid-cavity division of the left ventricular myocardium as determined using the AHA 17-Segment Model (Cerqueira MD, Weissman NJ, Dilsizian V, Jacobs AK, Kaul S, Laskey WK, Pennell DJ, Rumberger JA, Ryan T, Verani MS; American Heart Association Writing Group on Myocardial Segmentation and Registration for Cardiac Imaging. Standardized myocardial segmentation and nomenclature for tomographic imaging of the heart. A statement for healthcare professionals from the Cardiac Imaging Committee of the Council on Clinical Cardiology of the American Heart Association. Circulation. 2002 Jan 29;105(4):539-42.).

Left Ventricular Mid Inferoseptal Segment

LEG SKIN

C52749

Leg Skin

The integument that covers the leg.

Leg Skin

LEG

C32974

Leg

The portion of the lower extremity between the knee and the ankle.

Leg

LENS

C12743

Crystalline Lens;Ocular Lens

The structure of the eye through which light is focused onto the retina.

Lens

LEPTOMENINGES

C32979

The two innermost layers of tissue that cover the brain and spinal cord, the arachnoid mater and the pia mater. (NCI)

Leptomeninges

LESSER CURVATURE OF THE STOMACH

C12261

The medial border of the stomach. It is concave in shape and extends from the cardiac orifice to the pyloric orifice.

Lesser Curvature of the Stomach

LESSER TROCHANTER

C32982

A cone-shaped projection in the shaft of the femur in which the iliopsoas muscle is attached. (NCI)

Lesser Trochanter

LIGAMENT

C13046

Ligament

Band of fibrous tissue connecting bone to bone or cartilage to bone thereby supporting or strengthening a joint. (NCI)

Ligament

LIMB

C12429

Extremity

A jointed extremity of the upper/thoracic or lower/pelvic regions.

Limb

LIMB, LOWER

C12742

Lower Extremity

The limb that is composed of the hip, thigh, leg and foot. (NCI)

Lower Extremity

LIMB, UPPER

C12671

Upper Extremity

The region of the body that extends distal to the scapulohumeral joint.

Upper Extremity

LINGULA OF THE LUNG

C40373

A small tongue-like projection from the lower portion of the upper lobe of the left lung.

Lingula of the Lung

LIP

C12220

Lip;Vermillion of the Lip

Fleshy fold which surrounds the opening of the mouth. (NCI)

Lip

LIP, LOWER

C12222

External Lower Lip

The external surface of the lower lip. (NCI)

External Lower Lip

LIP, UPPER

C12221

External Upper Lip

The external surface of the upper lip. (NCI)

External Upper Lip

LIVER FISSURE

C32996

Liver Fissure

A groove on the surface of the liver.

Liver Fissure

LIVER LOBE

C49579

Any of the large divisions of the liver.

Liver Lobe

LIVER

C12392

An abdominal organ that has variable lobation which are composed mainly of hepatic lobules.

Liver

LIVER, CAUDATE LOBE

C33000

Couinaud Segment I

The lobe of the liver situated posteriorly located between the left lobe and the inferior vena cava.

Caudate Lobe

LIVER, LEFT LOBE ANTEROLATERAL SEGMENT

C79733

Couinaud Segment III

The lateral segment of the left lobe of the liver, located to the left of the inferior portion of the falciform ligament, anteriorly overlapping the stomach. (NCI)

Left Anterolateral Segment

LIVER, LEFT LOBE INFEROMEDIAL SEGMENT

C79735

Couinaud Segment IVb

The medial segment of the left lobe of the liver, located inferiorly. (NCI)

Left Inferomedial Segment

LIVER, LEFT LOBE MEDIAL SEGMENT

C198297

Couinaud Segment IV

The medial segment of the left lobe of the liver.

Left Medial Segment of Liver

LIVER, LEFT LOBE POSTEROLATERAL SEGMENT

C79732

Couinaud Segment II

The lateral segment of the left lobe of the liver, located to the left of the superior portion of the falciform ligament and the fissure for the ligamentum venosum. (NCI)

Left Posterolateral Segment

LIVER, LEFT LOBE SUPEROMEDIAL SEGMENT

C79734

Couinaud segment IVa

The medial segment of the left lobe of the liver, located superiorly. (NCI)

Left Superomedial Segment

LIVER, LEFT LOBE

C32965

The smaller lobe of the liver extending into the left side of the body.

Left Lobe of the Liver

LIVER, QUADRATE LOBE

C112404

An oblong shaped area of the liver that is situated inferior to the right lobe, bounded by the anterior margin of the liver and the porta hepatis.

Quadrate Lobe of Liver

LIVER, RIGHT LOBE ANTEROINFERIOR SEGMENT

C79736

Couinaud Segment V

The anterior segment of the right lobe of the liver, located inferiorly. (NCI)

Right Anteroinferior Segment

LIVER, RIGHT LOBE ANTEROSUPERIOR SEGMENT

C79739

Couinaud Segment VIII

The anterior segment of the right lobe of the liver, located superiorly. (NCI)

Right Anterosuperior Segment

LIVER, RIGHT LOBE POSTEROINFERIOR SEGMENT

C79737

Couinaud Segment VI

The posterior segment of the right lobe of the liver, located inferiorly. (NCI)

Right Posteroinferior Segment

LIVER, RIGHT LOBE POSTEROSUPERIOR SEGMENT

C79738

Couinaud Segment VII

The posterior segment of the right lobe of the liver, located superiorly. (NCI)

Right Posterosuperior Segment

LIVER, RIGHT LOBE

C33481

The larger lobe of the liver extending into the right side of the body.

Right Lobe of the Liver

LOCUS CERULEUS

C97333

A brainstem nucleus. It is the major brain site for the synthesis and secretion of norepinephrine. (NCI)

Locus Coeruleus

LOWER GASTROINTESTINAL TRACT LYMPH NODE

C176234

A lymph node located in the lower gastrointestinal tract.

Lower Gastrointestinal Tract Lymph Node

LOWER JUGULAR LYMPH NODE

C132512

Any lymph nodes located within close proximity to the lower third of the internal jugular vein, extending from the inferior border of the cricoid cartilage (superiorly) to the clavicle (inferiorly). The anterior (medial) boundary is the lateral border of the sternohyoid muscle and the posterior (lateral) boundary is the posterior border of the sternocleidomastoid muscle. (AJCC 8th ed.)

Lower Jugular Lymph Node Group (Level IV)

LOWER RESPIRATORY SYSTEM

C33012

The part of the respiratory system below the bifurcation of the trachea. It includes the lungs and the parts of the lungs such as the bronchi, bronchioles and alveoli.

Lower Respiratory System

LUMBAR REGION

C34004

The area of the body below the ribs and above the hipbones. (NCI)

Lumbar Region

LUMBAR SPINE

C69314

The vertebrae located below the thoracic and above the sacral vertebrae.

Lumbar Spine

LUMBAR VERTEBRA

C12744

Lumbar Vertebra

Any of the vertebrae situated between the thoracic vertebrae and the sacrum in the lower part of the spine.

Lumbar Vertebra

LUMBOSACRAL SPINE

C48824

Lumbosacral Region

The part of the spine in the lower back that consists of the lumbar region and the sacrum.

Lumbosacral Region

LUMBRICAL MUSCLES OF THE FOOT

C186126

A group of muscles in the sole of the foot that extend from the tendons of the flexor digitorum longus muscle to the medial bases of the proximal phalanges and the extensor expansion of the second through fifth digits; primary function is to flex and adduct the lateral four toes at the metatarsophalangeal joints and extend them at the interphalangeal joints.

Lumbrical Muscles of the Foot

LUMBRICAL MUSCLES OF THE HAND

C150852

One of a group of four short muscles in the hand that extend from the radial and ulnar sides of the tendons of the flexor digitorum profundus to the radial lateral band of the extensor expansion tendon; primary function is extension of the proximal and distal interphalangeal joints.

Lumbrical Muscle

LUNATE BONE

C12786

Lunate Bone

The bone in the proximal row of carpal bones that lies between the scaphoid and triquetral bones. (NCI)

Lunate Bone

LUNG LOBE

C34021

Any of the large divisions of the lung.

Lung Lobe

LUNG

C12468

A thoracic organ that has variable lobation and is the primary respiratory organ of mammals.

Lung

LUNG, HILUM

C49282

Hilar Area of the Lung

The wedge-shaped area at the central portion of the lung through which the bronchi, vessels and nerves enter or exit the organ. (NCI)

Hilar Area of the Lung

LUNG, LEFT LOWER LOBE

C33020

Lower Lobe of the Left Lung

The larger lobe of the left lung, situated below and behind the oblique fissure. (NCI)

Lower Lobe of the Left Lung

LUNG, LEFT UPPER LOBE

C33021

Upper Lobe of the Left Lung

The smaller lobe of the left lung, situated above and in front the oblique fissure, which includes the apex. (NCI)

Upper Lobe of the Left Lung

LUNG, LEFT

C32967

Left Lung

The 2-lobed lung located on the left side of the body. (NCI)

Left Lung

LUNG, LEFT, INFERIOR LOBE, ANTERIOR BASAL SEGMENT

C132393

The anterior basal segment of the inferior lobe of the left lung.

Left Lung, Inferior Lobe, Anterior Basal Segment

LUNG, LEFT, INFERIOR LOBE, LATERAL BASAL SEGMENT

C132394

The lateral basal segment of the inferior lobe of the left lung.

Left Lung, Inferior Lobe, Lateral Basal Segment

LUNG, LEFT, INFERIOR LOBE, MEDIAL BASAL SEGMENT

C132395

The medial basal segment of the inferior lobe of the left lung.

Left Lung, Inferior Lobe, Medial Basal Segment

LUNG, LEFT, INFERIOR LOBE, POSTERIOR BASAL SEGMENT

C132396

The posterior basal segment of the inferior lobe of the left lung.

Left Lung, Inferior Lobe, Posterior Basal Segment

LUNG, LEFT, INFERIOR LOBE, SUPERIOR SEGMENT

C132397

The superior segment of the inferior lobe of the left lung.

Left Lung, Inferior Lobe, Superior Segment

LUNG, LEFT, SUPERIOR LOBE, ANTERIOR SEGMENT

C132398

The anterior segment of the superior lobe of the left lung.

Left Lung, Superior Lobe, Anterior Segment

LUNG, LEFT, SUPERIOR LOBE, APICOPOSTERIOR SEGMENT

C132399

The apicoposterior segment of the superior lobe of the left lung.

Left Lung, Superior Lobe, Apicoposterior Segment

LUNG, LEFT, SUPERIOR LOBE, INFERIOR LINGULAR SEGMENT

C132400

The inferior lingular segment of the superior lobe of the left lung.

Left Lung, Superior Lobe, Inferior Lingular Segment

LUNG, LEFT, SUPERIOR LOBE, SUPERIOR LINGULAR SEGMENT

C132401

The superior lingular segment of the superior lobe of the left lung.

Left Lung, Superior Lobe, Superior Lingular Segment

LUNG, RIGHT LOWER LOBE

C33022

Lower Lobe of the Right Lung

The lobe of the right lung situated below the oblique fissure. (NCI)

Lower Lobe of the Right Lung

LUNG, RIGHT MIDDLE LOBE

C12286

Middle Lobe of the Right Lung

The smallest lobe of the right lung, situated above the oblique fissure and below the horizontal fissure. (NCI)

Middle Lobe of the Right Lung

LUNG, RIGHT UPPER LOBE

C33023

Upper Lobe of the Right Lung

The lobe of the right lung, situated above the horizontal fissure, which includes the apex. (NCI)

Upper Lobe of the Right Lung

LUNG, RIGHT

C33483

Right Lung

The 3-lobed lung located on the right side of the body. (NCI)

Right Lung

LUNG, RIGHT, INFERIOR LOBE, ANTERIOR BASAL SEGMENT

C132402

The anterior basal segment of the inferior lobe of the right lung.

Right Lung, Inferior Lobe, Anterior Basal Segment

LUNG, RIGHT, INFERIOR LOBE, LATERAL BASAL SEGMENT

C132403

The lateral basal segment of the inferior lobe of the right lung.

Right Lung, Inferior Lobe, Lateral Basal Segment

LUNG, RIGHT, INFERIOR LOBE, MEDIAL BASAL SEGMENT

C132404

The medial basal segment of the inferior lobe of the right lung.

Right Lung, Inferior Lobe, Medial Basal Segment

LUNG, RIGHT, INFERIOR LOBE, POSTERIOR BASAL SEGMENT

C132405

The posterior basal segment of the inferior lobe of the right lung.

Right Lung, Inferior Lobe, Posterior Basal Segment

LUNG, RIGHT, INFERIOR LOBE, SUPERIOR SEGMENT

C132406

The superior segment of the inferior lobe of the right lung.

Right Lung, Inferior Lobe, Superior Segment

LUNG, RIGHT, MIDDLE LOBE, LATERAL SEGMENT

C132407

The lateral segment of the middle lobe of the right lung.

Right Lung, Middle Lobe, Lateral Segment

LUNG, RIGHT, MIDDLE LOBE, MEDIAL SEGMENT

C132408

The medial segment of the middle lobe of the right lung.

Right Lung, Middle Lobe, Medial Segment

LUNG, RIGHT, SUPERIOR LOBE, ANTERIOR SEGMENT

C132409

The anterior segment of the superior lobe of the right lung.

Right Lung, Superior Lobe, Anterior Segment

LUNG, RIGHT, SUPERIOR LOBE, APICAL SEGMENT

C132410

The apical segment of the superior lobe of the right lung.

Right Lung, Superior Lobe, Apical Segment

LUNG, RIGHT, SUPERIOR LOBE, POSTERIOR SEGMENT

C132411

The posterior segment of the superior lobe of the right lung.

Right Lung, Superior Lobe, Posterior Segment

LYMPH NODE HILUM

C33031

Lymph Node Hilum

The concave side of the lymph node. (NCI)

Lymph Node Hilum

LYMPH NODE

C12745

Lymphatic Gland

Secondary lymphoid organ associated with lymphatic vessels and consisting of an outer cortex, inner medulla and sinuses.

Lymph Node

MACULA

C26464

An oval-shaped, yellow pigmented area located on the center of the retina, which contains a high density of cones for high-acuity vision.

Macula

MAIN BRONCHUS, LEFT

C32968

Left Main Bronchus

One of the two main bronchi. It is narrower but longer than the right main bronchus and connects to the left lung. (NCI)

Left Main Bronchus

MAIN BRONCHUS, RIGHT

C33486

Right Main Bronchus

One of the two main bronchi. It is wider but shorter than the left main bronchus and connects to the right lung. (NCI)

Right Main Bronchus

MALE GENITALIA

C61599

Male Genitalia

Male internal and external organs of reproduction.

Male Genitalia

MALE REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM

C12722

The sex organs of the male.

Male Reproductive System

MALLEUS

C33051

Malleus

A hammer-shaped bone, part of three interconnected small bones located in the middle ear. It is attached to the inner surface of the tympanic membrane and its function is to transmit sound vibrations. (NCI)

Malleus

MAMMARY GLAND

C12367

The exocrine glands of the mammae that produce milk in females, and are composed of lobules, alveolar ducts and alveoli.

Mammary Gland

MANDIBLE

C12290

Bone, Mandibular;Inferior Maxillary Bone;Lower Jaw;Mandible

The lower jaw bone holding the lower teeth. (NCI)

Mandible

MASSETER MUSCLE

C13074

A muscle extending from the zygomatic arch to the lateral surface of mandibular ramus; primary function is elevation of the mandible (closing of the mouth).

Masseter Muscle

MASTOID PROCESS

C12503

Mastoid Process

A honeycombed section of bone located near the base of the skull, protruding behind the outer ear. It is connected to the middle ear. (NCI)

Mastoid Process

MAXILLA

C26470

The upper jaw bone holding the upper teeth.

Maxilla

MAXILLARY SINUS

C12275

Maxillary Sinus

A pyramidal-shaped, thin-walled, air-filled cavity located in the maxilla. It is lined by mucus membrane and periosteum (mucoperiosteum) which contains cilia. It is adjacent to the nasal cavity and communicates with the middle meatus of the nose. It is the largest paranasal sinus and is composed of three recesses: alveolar, zygomatic, and infraorbital. (NCI)

Maxillary Sinus

MECKELS CAVE

C201432

An opening in the medial portion of the middle cranial fossa through which the trigeminal nerve passes.

Trigeminal Cave

MEDIAL FEMORAL CONDYLE

C139204

A rounded, bony projection on the inner side of the distal end of the femur to which the medial collateral and the posterior cruciate ligaments are attached.

Medial Femoral Condyle

MEDIAL NASAL TURBINATE

C139164

Media Nasal Concha;Nasal Middle Turbinate

The largest of the ethmoidal nasal turbinates in some species, extending from the ethmoidal crest into the middle of the nasal cavity.

Medial Nasal Turbinate

MEDIAN BASILIC VEIN

C33070

Median Cubital Vein

A vein between the biceps and pronator radii teres muscles that unites with the common ulnar vein to form the basilic vein within the forearm.

Median Basilic Vein

MEDIAN NERVE

C52815

A nerve extending from the brachial plexus traveling the length of the arm/thoracic limb, which innervates some flexor muscles of the arm/forelimb and the skin on the palmar aspect of the carpus, metacarpus and digits.

Median Nerve

MEDIAN OR LOWER CERVICAL LYMPH NODE

C103417

A lymph node located in the median or lower region of the neck. (NCI)

Median Or Lower Cervical Lymph Node

MEDIASTINAL LYMPH NODE

C33073

Lymph node(s) in the mediastinal region.

Mediastinal Lymph Node

MEDIASTINAL SOFT TISSUE

C164004

The soft tissue of the mediastinum.

Mediastinal Soft Tissue

MEDIASTINUM

C12748

The central region of the thoracic cavity of mammals containing a group of organs surrounded by loose connective tissue, which separates the two pleural sacs.

Mediastinum

MEDIASTINUM, ANTERIOR

C32098

Anterior Mediastinum

The area between the lungs; it contains the thymus, some lymph nodes, and vessels and branches of the internal thoracic artery. (NCI)

Anterior Mediastinum

MEDIASTINUM, MIDDLE

C33123

Middle Mediastinum

The broadest part of the lower portion of the mediastinum. It contains the heart and the great vessels. (NCI)

Middle Mediastinum

MEDIASTINUM, POSTERIOR

C33368

Posterior Mediastinum

The part of the lower portion of the mediastinum that is located behind the pericardium. (NCI)

Posterior Mediastinum

MEDIASTINUM, SUPERIOR

C33684

Superior Mediastinum

The part of the mediastinum that is located between the upper part of the sternum in the front and the upper thoracic vertebrae in the back. (NCI)

Superior Mediastinum

MEDULLA OBLONGATA

C12442

The portion of the brainstem between the pons and cervical spinal cord.

Medulla Oblongata

MENINGES

C12348

Any one of three membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord. (NCI)

Meninges

MENTALIS MUSCLE

C186127

A muscle of the jaw, in general extending from the incisive fossa of the mandible to the skin of the lower lip; primary function is to elevate and protrude the lower lip and elevate the skin of the chin.

Mentalis Muscle

MESENTERIC ARTERY

C52975

One of the arteries of the abdomen; in general it arises from the abdominal aorta and supplies blood mainly to the intestines.

Mesenteric Artery

MESENTERIC LYMPH NODE

C77641

Lymph node(s) in or adjacent to the mesentery.

Mesenteric Lymph Node

MESENTERIC VEIN

C53055

A vein of the abdomen; in general it arises from the intestines and pancreas, combines with the splenic vein, and drains into the portal vein.

Mesenteric Vein

MESENTERY

C33103

A double layer of peritoneum that attaches to the wall of the abdominal cavity and supports the small intestines.

Mesentery

MESOTHELIUM

C33105

A simple layer of cells, derived from the mesoderm, that covers the serous membranes including the peritoneum, pericardium, and pleura.

Mesothelium

METACARPAL 1 BASE

C127667

The proximal end of the first metacarpal bone.

Metacarpal 1 Base

METACARPAL BONE 1

C52796

The first of the five long bones located in the palm of the hand, as counted from the thenar side of the hand; it articulates proximally with the trapezium and distally with the thenar phalanx (thumb).

Metacarpal Bone Digit 1

METACARPAL BONE 2

C52795

The second of the five long bones located in the palm of the hand, as counted from the thenar side of the hand; it articulates proximally with the trapezoid and distally with the second phalanx (index finger).

Metacarpal Bone Digit 2

METACARPAL BONE 3

C52794

The third of the five long bones located in the palm of the hand, as counted from the thenar side of the hand; it articulates proximally with the capitate and the second and fourth metacarpals, and distally with the third phalanx (middle finger).

Metacarpal Bone Digit 3

METACARPAL BONE 4

C52793

The fourth of the five long bones located in the palm of the hand, as counted from the thenar side of the hand; it articulates proximally with the capitate, hamate, and third and fifth metacarpal bones, and distally with the fourth phalanx (ring finger).

Metacarpal Bone Digit 4

METACARPAL BONE 5

C52792

The fifth of the five long bones located in the palm of the hand, as counted from the thenar side of the hand; it articulates proximally with the hamate and fourth metacarpal, and distally with the fifth phalanx (small finger).

Metacarpal Bone Digit 5

METACARPAL BONE

C12751

Any of the bones between the carpus and the phalanges.

Metacarpal Bone

METACARPOPHALANGEAL JOINT 1

C102316

MCP1

A condyloid synovial joint within the first digit of the hand articulating the metacarpal to the proximal phalanx.

Metacarpophalangeal Joint 1

METACARPOPHALANGEAL JOINT 2

C102317

MCP2

A condyloid synovial joint within the second digit of the hand articulating the metacarpal to the proximal phalanx.

Metacarpophalangeal Joint 2

METACARPOPHALANGEAL JOINT 3

C102318

MCP3

A condyloid synovial joint within the third digit of the hand articulating the metacarpal to the proximal phalanx.

Metacarpophalangeal Joint 3

METACARPOPHALANGEAL JOINT 4

C102319

MCP4

A condyloid synovial joint within the fourth digit of the hand articulating the metacarpal to the proximal phalanx.

Metacarpophalangeal Joint 4

METACARPOPHALANGEAL JOINT 5

C102320

MCP5

A condyloid synovial joint within the fifth digit of the hand articulating the metacarpal to the proximal phalanx.

Metacarpophalangeal Joint 5

METATARSAL BONE

C12752

Metatarsal Bone

Any of the bones between the tarsus and the phalanges.

Metatarsal Bone

METATARSOPHALANGEAL JOINT 1

C102321

MTP1

A condyloid synovial joint within the first digit of the foot articulating metatarsal with the proximal phalanx.

Metatarsophalangeal Joint 1

METATARSOPHALANGEAL JOINT 2

C102322

MTP2

A condyloid synovial joint within the second digit of the foot articulating metatarsal with the proximal phalanx.

Metatarsophalangeal Joint 2

METATARSOPHALANGEAL JOINT 3

C102323

MTP3

A condyloid synovial joint within the third digit of the foot articulating metatarsal with the proximal phalanx.

Metatarsophalangeal Joint 3

METATARSOPHALANGEAL JOINT 4

C102324

MTP4

A condyloid synovial joint within the fourth digit of the foot articulating metatarsal with the proximal phalanx.

Metatarsophalangeal Joint 4

METATARSOPHALANGEAL JOINT 5

C102325

MTP5

A condyloid synovial joint within the fifth digit of the foot articulating metatarsal with the proximal phalanx.

Metatarsophalangeal Joint 5

METATARSOPHALANGEAL JOINT

C33108

Metatarsophalangeal Joint

A spheroid joint located between the heads of the metatarsal bone and the base of the proximal phalanx of the toe. (NCI)

Metatarsophalangeal Joint

MID-CIRCUMFLEX ARTERY

C102326

MCIRC;MID-CIRCUMFLEX ARTERY SEGMENT

The segment of the left circumflex artery between the first and second marginal branches.

Mid-Circumflex Artery

MID-JUGULAR LYMPH NODE

C132511

Any lymph nodes located within close proximity to the middle third of the internal jugular vein, extending from the inferior border of the hyoid bone (superiorly) to the inferior border of the cricoid cartilage (inferiorly). The anterior (medial) boundary is the lateral border of the sternohyoid muscle, and the posterior (lateral) boundary is the posterior border of the sternocleidomastoid muscle. (AJCC 8th ed.)

Middle Jugular Lymph Node Group (Level III)

MID-LAD ARTERY

C102328

MID-LAD ARTERY SEGMENT;MLAD

The segment of the left anterior descending (LAD) artery between the first and third diagonal branches.

Mid-Left Anterior Descending Artery

MID-RIGHT CORONARY ARTERY CONDUIT

C102329

Mid-right Coronary Artery;MID-RIGHT CORONARY ARTERY CONDUIT SEGMENT;MRCA

The section of the right coronary artery between the right ventricular artery and the acute marginal artery.

Mid-Right Coronary Artery Conduit

MID/DISTAL LEFT ANTERIOR DESCENDING CORONARY ARTERY AND ALL DIAGONAL CORONARY BRANCHES

C102327

All of the arterial branches distal to the proximal left anterior descending coronary artery.

Mid-Distal Left Anterior Descending Coronary Artery and All Diagonal Coronary Branches

MIDBRAIN

C12510

Mesencephalon

The portion of the brainstem between the pons and diencephalon.

Mesencephalon

MIDDLE EAR

C12274

The part of the ear including the eardrum and ossicles.

Middle Ear

MIDDLE FRONTAL GYRUS

C33118

A ridge on the lateral surface of the frontal lobe, which lies between the superior and inferior frontal sulci, and rostral to the precentral gyrus.

Middle Frontal Gyrus

MIDDLE PHALANX 2 OF THE HAND

C142297

The long bone in the second finger, as counted from the thenar side of the hand; it is located between, and articulates with, the proximal and distal phalanges.

Hand Digit 2 Middle Phalanx

MIDDLE PHALANX 3 OF THE HAND

C142298

The long bone in the third finger, as counted from the thenar side of the hand; it is located between, and articulates with, the proximal and distal phalanges.

Hand Digit 3 Middle Phalanx

MIDDLE PHALANX 4 OF THE HAND

C142299

The long bone in the fourth finger, as counted from the thenar side of the hand; it is located between, and articulates with, the proximal and distal phalanges.

Hand Digit 4 Middle Phalanx

MIDDLE PHALANX 5 OF THE HAND

C142300

The long bone in the fifth finger, as counted from the thenar side of the hand; it is located between, and articulates with, the proximal and distal phalanges.

Hand Digit 5 Middle Phalanx

MIDDLE TEMPORAL GYRUS

C33125

A ridge on the outer surface of the temporal lobe between the superior and middle temporal sulci. (NCI)

Middle Temporal Gyrus

MITRAL VALVE ANNULUS

C127306

A fibrous membrane that attaches to, and provides support for, the mitral valve leaflets.

Mitral Valve Annulus

MITRAL VALVE

C12753

Left Atrioventricular Valve;Mitral Valve

A cardiac valve located between the left atrium and ventricle.

Mitral Valve

MITRAL VALVE, ANTERIOR ANNULUS

C127668

Mitral Valve, Anteroseptal Annulus

The portion of the mitral valve annulus that attaches to the anterior mitral valve leaflet.

Anterior Annulus of the Mitral Valve

MITRAL VALVE, ANTERIOR CUSP

C127669

The cusp of the mitral valve that is anchored to the aortic-mitral curtain.

Anterior Cusp of the Mitral Valve

MITRAL VALVE, POSTERIOR ANNULUS

C127670

Mitral Valve, Posterolateral Annulus

The portion of the mitral valve annulus that attaches to the posterior mitral valve leaflet.

Posterior Annulus of the Mitral Valve

MITRAL VALVE, POSTERIOR CUSP

C127671

The cusp of the mitral valve that is located posterior to the two commissures, and which has no attachment to the aortic root.

Posterior Cusp of the Mitral Valve

MOTOR CORTEX

C97339

A brain region that is located in the dorsal part of the precentral gyrus. (NCI)

Primary Motor Cortex

MUCOSA OF THE LIP

C12226

The lining of the fleshy folds surrounding the mouth. It is comprised of the epithelium, basement membrane, lamina propria mucosae, and lamina muscularis mucosae. (NCI)

Mucosa of the Lip

MUCOSA

C13166

Mucosa;Mucous Membrane

The moist, inner lining of some organs and body cavities (such as the nose, mouth, lungs, and stomach). Glands in the mucosa make mucus (a thick, slippery fluid).

Mucosa

MUSCLE

C13056

A fibrous soft tissue with the ability to contract to produce force and motion.

Muscle

MUSCULOSKELETAL SYSTEM

C12754

The system of muscles, tendons, ligaments, bones, joints and associated tissues.

Musculoskeletal System

MYOCARDIUM

C12371

Myocardium

The striated muscle tissue of the heart enveloped by the epicardium and the endocardium. (NCI)

Myocardium

MYOMETRIUM

C12314

Myometrium

The smooth muscle lining the uterus. (NCI)

Myometrium

NAIL BED

C170605

The integument under the nail plate.

Nail Bed

NAIL

C33156

Nail

The cutaneous plate on the dorsal surface of the distal end of a finger or toe. (NCI)

Nail

NASAL BONE

C33157

Nasal Bone

A bone of the skull forming the middle and upper part of the face.

Nasal Bone

NASAL CAVITY

C12424

The upper respiratory tract extending from the nares to the pharynx.

Nasal Cavity

NASAL SEPTUM

C33160

Nasal Septum

The thin wall between the two nasal cavities. (NCI)

Nasal Septum

NASAL SOFT TISSUE

C164006

The soft tissue of the nose.

Nasal Soft Tissue

NASOPHARYNX

C12423

The part of the pharynx above the soft palate, which is continuous with the nasal cavity and extends to the oropharynx.

Nasopharynx

NAVICULAR BONE

C33162

Navicular Bone

An oval-shaped bone of the tarsus found on the medial side of the foot. (NCI)

Navicular Bone

NECK

C13063

Neck

The region that connects the head to the rest of the body. (NCI)

Neck

NERVE

C12466

A bundle of neuronal fibers that transmits electrochemical impulses encoding sensory and motor information from one body part to another.

Nerve

NIPPLE

C12299

The protuberance in the skin where the ducts of the mammary gland open.

Nipple

NOSE

C12756

Nose

A structure of special sense serving as an organ of the sense of smell and as an entrance to the respiratory tract. (NCI)

Nose

NOSTRIL

C33178

Naris;Nostril

One of the two channels of the nose, from the point where they divide to the external opening. (NCI)

Nostril

NUCHAL LYMPH NODE

C142301

Any lymph node located in the posterior of the neck, including the postauricular, superficial occipital, middle posterior cervical chain, and lower posterior cervical chain.

Nuchal Lymph Node

NUCLEUS ACCUMBENS

C52733

A nucleus comprising neurons in the forebrain, ventral to the dorsal caudate and putamen.

Accumbens Nucleus

NUCLEUS OF DIAGONAL BAND

C97342

BASAL NUCLEUS/DIAGONAL BAND

A brain structure that is part of the septal nuclear complex. It is connected with the hippocampus, hypothalamus and amygdala.

Nucleus of Diagonal Band

OBTURATOR EXTERNUS MUSCLE

C33191

A muscle of the pelvis that originates on the obturator foramen and obturatory membrane and inserts on the trochanteric fossa of the femur.

Obturator Externus Muscle

OBTURATOR INTERNUS MUSCLE

C33192

A muscle of the pelvis that originates on the ischiopubic ramus and obturator membrane and inserts on the greater trochanter.

Obturator Internus Muscle

OBTURATOR LYMPH NODE

C88141

A pelvic lymph node located along the obturator artery.

Obturator Lymph Node

OBTURATOR MUSCLE

C33193

One of two muscles located in the pelvis: the obturator externus muscle or the obturator internus muscle. (NCI)

Obturator Muscle

OCCIPITAL BONE

C12757

The trapezoidal-shaped bone on the posterior portion of the skull that forms part of the base of the skull.

Occipital Bone

OCCIPITAL LOBE

C12355

One of the four regions of cortex in each cerebral hemisphere, located posterior to the temporal lobe and inferior to the parietal lobe.

Occipital Lobe

OCCIPITAL LYMPH NODE

C98188

A lymph node located in the back of the head adjacent to the trapezius muscle.

Occipital Lymph Node

OCCIPITAL SCALP

C103456

The occipital region of the skin that covers the top of the head. (NCI)

Occipital Scalp

OCULOMOTOR NERVE

C12758

Third Cranial Nerve

A cranial nerve extending from the oculomotor nucleus and accessory parasympathetic nucleus, which innervates the pupil, lens, upper eyelid, and eye muscles.

Oculomotor Nerve

OLECRANON

C33200

Olecranon

A prominence at the proximal end of the ulna. It forms the tip of the elbow. (NCI)

Olecranon

OLFACTORY BULB

C28401

The portion of the vertebrate forebrain that lies behind the ethmoid bones; it begins the rhinencephalon.

Olfactory Bulb

OLFACTORY MUCOSA

C33205

The part of the nasal mucosa composed of neuroepithelial tissue and mucus-producing Bowman's glands.

Olfactory Mucosa

OLFACTORY NERVE

C12759

The first cranial nerve.

Olfactory Nerve

OMENTUM

C33209

A double layer of peritoneum covering abdominal organs.

Omentum

OPHTHALMIC ARTERY

C33216

An artery arising from the internal carotid artery that branches into two groups of vessels; the orbital group that supplies the orbit and surrounding parts and the ocular group that supplies the globe and muscles of the eye.

Ophthalmic Artery

OPPONENS POLLICIS MUSCLE

C150853

A muscle of the arm, in general extending from the distal border of the flexor retinaculum and the tubercles of the scaphoid and trapezium, to the lateral aspect of the first metacarpal; primary function is rotation and flexion of the thumb.

Opponens Pollicis Muscle

OPTIC CHIASM

C90609

An anatomic structure formed by the crossing of the two optic nerves under the hypothalamus. (NCI)

Optic Chiasm

OPTIC DISC

C12760

Optic Nerve Head

The portion of the retina at which the axons of the ganglion cells exit the eyeball to form the optic nerve.

Optic Disc

OPTIC NERVE

C12761

Second Cranial Nerve

A cranial nerve extending between the retina and optic chiasma, which innervates the eye.

Optic Nerve

ORAL CAVITY

C12421

Buccal cavity;Mouth

The cavity of the mouth.

Oral Cavity

ORAL MUCOSA

C77637

The mucosal membranes that line the oral cavity.

Oral Mucosa

ORBICULARIS OCULI MUSCLE

C52886

A ring-like band of skeletal muscle on the palpebrae, temple, cheeks, and surrounding the orbit, which originates on the frontal bone, medial palpebral ligament, and lacrimal bone, and which inserts into the lateral palpebral raphe.

Orbicularis Oculi Muscle

ORBIT

C12347

Eye Socket;Ocular Orbit;Orbit

The bony cavity that contains the eye and its associated structures.

Orbit

OROPHARYNGEAL SOFT TISSUE

C186128

The soft tissue of the oropharyngeal region.

Oropharyngeal Soft Tissue

OROPHARYNX

C12762

The part of the pharynx between the soft palate and the upper portion of the epiglottis. (NCI)

Oropharynx

OSTIOMEATAL COMPLEX

C174318

Osteomeatal Complex

A narrow channel that connects the frontal sinus, anterior ethmoid air cells, and maxillary sinus to the middle meatus, allowing drainage and ventilation. It includes the maxillary ostium, infundibulum, ethmoid bulla, uncinate process, and hiatus semilunaris.

Ostiomeatal Complex

OVARIAN FOLLICLE

C33244

A spherical aggregation of cells found in the ovaries that contains a single oocyte. (NCI)

Ovarian Follicle

OVARY

C12404

The female gonad.

Ovary

PALATAL RUGAE

C186129

Palatine Rugae

The creases or folds in the oral mucosa covering the anterior portion of the hard palate.

Palatal Rugae

PALATE

C12229

The roof of the oral cavity. It separates the oral cavity from the nasal cavity.

Palate

PALATINE BONE

C52745

Palatine Bone

An irregularly shaped bone positioned at the back part of the nasal cavity between the maxilla and the pterygoid process of the sphenoid. It forms the posterior part of the hard palate and the lateral wall of the nasal fossa and helps to form the floor of the orbit as well as several adjoining parts. (NCI)

Palatine Bone

PALATINE UVULA

C12232

The fleshy lobe that is suspended from the back of the soft palate in the oral cavity.

Uvula

PALM

C33252

The undersurface of the hand. (NCI)

Palmar Region

PALMAR DIGITAL ARTERY

C177994

A type of artery that supplies blood to the fingers and includes the common palmar digital arteries, the dorsal digital arteries of the hand, and the proper palmar digital arteries. (NCI)

Palmar Digital Artery

PALPEBRAL CONJUNCTIVA

C12901

The part of the conjunctiva that covers the inner surface of the eyelid.

Palpebral Conjunctiva

PALPEBRAL FISSURE

C174322

The elliptical shaped curve of the bottom border of the upper eyelid, extending from the medial canthus to the lateral canthus.

Palpebral Fissure

PANCREAS

C12393

A digestive organ in the abdomen that has both endocrine and exocrine functions.

Pancreas

PANCREAS, BODY

C12270

Body of the Pancreas

The part of the pancreas from the point where it crosses the portal vein to the point where it enters the lienorenal ligament. (NCI)

Body of the Pancreas

PANCREAS, ENDOCRINE

C12608

Endocrine Pancreas

The pancreatic tissue that contains the islets of Langerhans. It is responsible for the production and secretions of the pancreatic hormones. (NCI)

Islet of Langerhans

PANCREAS, EXOCRINE

C32546

Exocrine Pancreas

An enzyme producing region of the pancreatic tissue containing the pancreatic acini and exocrine intralobular ducts which collectively secrete the digestive enzymes into the main pancreatic duct to drain into the duodenal part of the small intestine. (NCI)

Exocrine Pancreas

PANCREAS, HEAD

C12269

Head of the Pancreas

That portion of the pancreas lying in the concavity of the duodenum. (NCI)

Head of the Pancreas

PANCREAS, NECK

C158551

The portion of the pancreas that is the junction of the head and body of the pancreas, and lies anterior to the aorta.

Neck of the Pancreas

PANCREAS, TAIL

C12271

Tail of the Pancreas

The left extremity of the pancreas within the lienorenal ligament. (NCI)

Tail of the Pancreas

PANCREATIC DUCT

C12272

A duct that conveys pancreatic secretions from the pancreas to the duodenum.

Pancreatic Duct

PAPILLARY MUSCLE

C33259

Papillary Muscle

Any one of the group of small muscles in the heart ventricles, in general extending from the ventricular wall to the free edge of the atrioventricular valves; primary function is to keep the valves closed during ventricular systole.

Papillary Muscle

PARA-AORTIC LYMPH NODE

C77643

Lymph Node, Para-Aortic

Lymph node(s) adjacent to the lumbar vertebral column.

Paraaortic Lymph Node

PARACAVAL LYMPH NODE

C117869

A lymph node located adjacent to the lumbar region of the spine, along the right lateral aspect of the inferior vena cava. (NCI)

Paracaval Lymph Node

PARACOLIC GUTTER

C89787

Naturally occurring spaces between the colon and the abdominal wall, lateral to the ascending and descending colons.

Paracolic Gutter

PARALARYNGEAL LYMPH NODE

C147453

A lymph node located adjacent to the larynx, in the parapharyngeal space.

Paralaryngeal Lymph Node

PARAMETRIUM

C12320

Parametrium

The subserous connective tissue of the pelvic floor of the supracervical portion of the uterus. The parametrium extends laterally between the layers of the broad ligament. (NCI)

Parametrium

PARANASAL SINUS

C12763

The air-filled cavities adjacent to the nasal cavity lined by a mucous membrane and located in the bones of the skull.

Paranasal Sinus

PARAPHARYNGEAL LYMPH NODE

C142302

Any lymph node located in the potential space of the neck, which is bounded superiorly by the base of the skull, inferiorly by the greater cornu of the hyoid bone, anteriorly by the investing fascia of the deep cervical fascia covering the medial pterygoid muscle, posteriorly by the prevertebral layer of the deep cervical fascia, medially by the middle (pretracheal) layer of the deep cervical fascia, and laterally by the investing fascia of the deep cervical fascia covering the deep lobe of the parotid.

Parapharyngeal Lymph Node

PARASPINAL MUSCLES

C52902

Erector Spinae;Extensor Spinae;Sacrospinalis Muscle

A group of three paired epaxial muscle bundles (iliocostalis, longissimus, and spinalis) extending along and lateral to the spinous processes of the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar vertebrae; primary function is extension and rotation of the spine.

Erector Spinae

PARASPINAL REGION

C166000

The area of the body surrounding the spinal column.

Paraspinal Region

PARASYMPATHETIC GANGLIA

C52557

A usually small autonomic ganglion of the parasympathetic nervous system. The majority are located near or in the organs that they innervate. (NCI)

Parasympathetic Ganglion

PARATHYROID GLAND

C12765

Endocrine gland, usually in close proximity to the thyroid gland, that produces parathyroid hormone.

Parathyroid Gland

PARATRACHEAL LYMPH NODE

C103426

A lymph node located adjacent to the trachea within the mediastinum. (NCI)

Paratracheal Lymph Node

PARATRACHEAL LYMPH NODE, UPPER

C186130

A lymph node located adjacent to the trachea within the mediastinum, above the inferior margin of the left brachiocephalic vein crossing the trachea on the left and the superior border of the aortic arch on the right.

Upper Paratracheal Lymph Node

PARAVERTEBRAL GANGLIA

C97925

Paraspinal Ganglion;Spinal Ganglion

A cluster of neuronal cell bodies and their dendrites located just ventral and lateral to the spinal cord that give rise to the sympathetic nervous system.

Para-Spinal Ganglion

PARIETAL BONE

C12766

A bone of the skull that forms the sides and roof of the skull.

Parietal Bone

PARIETAL LOBE

C12354

Parietal Lobe

One of the lobes of the cerebral hemisphere located superiorly to the occipital lobe and posteriorly to the frontal lobe. Cognition and visuospatial processing are its main function. (NCI)

Parietal Lobe

PAROTID GLAND LYMPH NODE

C33278

Parotid Gland Lymph Node

Lymph node(s) in or adjacent to the parotid gland.

Parotid Gland Lymph Node

PAROTID GLAND

C12427

The salivary gland located adjacent to the ear.

Parotid Gland

PARS COMPACTA

C97341

A part of the substantia nigra. The pars compacta nerve cells contain melanin and are involved in motor control. (NCI)

Pars Compacta

PATELLA

C33282

A small bone in front of the femorotibial joint that articulates with the femur.

Patella

PATELLAR TENDON

C187835

A fibrous band extending from the distal end of the quadriceps femoris to the top of the patella.

Patellar Tendon

PAW

C77660

The entire structure distal to the ankle joint/tarsus or wrist joint/carpus in quadruped animals.

Paw

PECTORAL LYMPH NODE

C120322

An axillary lymph node located along the lower edge of the pectoralis minor. (NCI)

Pectoral Lymph Node

PECTORALIS MAJOR MUSCLE

C33284

Either of two large muscles of the anterior chest wall, which has two heads: the clavicular head, which originates on the medial half of the clavicle, and the sternal head, which originates on the sternum and the first six costal cartilages; the muscles insert onto the lateral lip of the intertubercular groove of the humerus and the crest of the greater tubercle of the humerus respectively; primary function is flexion, adduction, and medial rotation of the shoulder joint.

Pectoralis Major

PECTORALIS MINOR MUSCLE

C33285

A muscle in the chest, in general extending from the third to fifth ribs near their costal cartilages to the medial border and superior surface of the coracoid process of the scapula; primary function is to stabilize the scapula against the thoracic wall.

Pectoralis Minor

PELVIC BONE

C33287

Pelvic Bone

The bony structure composed of the ilium, ishium, pubis and sacrum, which are typically fused during maturation.

Pelvic Bone

PELVIC LYMPH NODE

C12363

Pelvic Lymph Node

Any lymph node within the pelvic region. (NCI)

Pelvic Lymph Node

PELVIC SIDEWALL

C189531

The part of the pelvic wall that is formed by the piriformis and obturator internus muscles and contains the iliac vessels, pelvic ureters, and lateral pelvic lymph nodes.

Pelvic Sidewall

PELVIS

C12767

Pelvic Region;Pelvis

The bony, basin-shaped structure formed by the bones of the pelvis.

Pelvis

PENILE ARTERY

C177995

Any of the arteries that supply blood to the penis, including the common penile artery, which is the termination of the internal pudendal artery, and the bulbourethral, dorsal, and cavernosal branches of the common penile artery. (NCI)

Penile Artery

PENIS

C12409

The male organ of urination and copulation. (NCI)

Penis

PENIS, BODY

C12325

The portion of the penis between the glans penis and the radix penis.

Body of the Penis

PENIS, GLANS

C12324

The most distal portion of the penis covered by the foreskin.

Glans Penis

PENIS, RADIX

C124350

The portion of the penis between the descending portion of the pubic bone and the body of the penis.

Radix Penis

PERI-ORBITAL SOFT TISSUE

C164007

The soft tissue of the peri-orbital region.

Periorbital Soft Tissue

PERIANAL REGION

C99148

The skin area around the anus. (NCI)

Perianal Region

PERICARDIAL CAVITY

C38662

The body space between the epicardium and the pericardium.

Pericardial Cavity

PERICARDIAL LYMPH NODE

C117870

A lymph node located anterior to the pericardium, posterior to the xiphoid process, and in the right and left cardiophrenic fat. (NCI)

Pericardial Lymph Node

PERICARDIAL WALL

C127672

The tissue layers that form the pericardium of the heart, including the fibrous pericardium, and the parietal and visceral layers of the serous pericardium.

Pericardial Wall

PERICARDIUM

C13005

The membrane surrounding the heart and roots of the vessels at the base of the heart.

Pericardium

PERIFACIAL LYMPH NODE

C170601

A lymph node located above the mandibular margin of the submandibular triangle and is associated with the anterior facial vein and facial artery.

Perifacial Lymph Node

PERIHILAR LYMPH NODE

C102330

A lymph node located in the area around the hilum.

Perihilar Lymph Node

PERIMENINGEAL SPACE

C186131

The space surrounding the meninges.

Perimeningeal Space

PERINEUM

C33301

Perineum

The area located between the anus and vulva in females, and anus and scrotum in males. (NCI)

Perineum

PERIPANCREATIC LYMPH NODE

C77642

Lymph node(s) in or adjacent to the pancreas.

Pancreatic Lymph Node

PERIPHERAL NERVE

C12768

Any nerve outside the brain or spinal cord that connects with peripheral receptors or effectors. (NCI)

Peripheral Nerve

PERIRECTAL LYMPH NODE

C154774

Lymph node(s) located in the connective tissue adjacent to the rectum.

Perirectal Lymph Node

PERITONEAL CAVITY

C12769

A part of the abdominal cavity that lies between the visceral and parietal peritoneum.

Peritoneal Cavity

PERITONEAL FLUID

C77612

The fluid within the peritoneal cavity.

Peritoneal Fluid

PERITONEAL LYMPH NODE

C77644

A lymph node located in the peritoneum.

Peritoneal Lymph Node

PERITONEUM

C12770

The membrane that lines the abdominal and pelvic cavities.

Peritoneum

PERIUMBILICAL REGION

C139205

The region of the body that immediately surrounds the umbilicus.

Periumbilical Region

PERIURETERAL REGION

C132412

The tissue surrounding the ureter.

Periureteral Region

PERIURETHRAL REGION

C111287

The tissue surrounding the urethra.

Periurethral Region

PERIVESICAL REGION

C178003

The region of the body surrounding the urinary bladder. (NCI)

Perivesical Region

PERONEAL ARTERY

C33314

An artery arising from the posterior tibial artery that supplies the muscles on the lateral side of the lower leg.

Peroneal Artery

PERONEAL NERVE

C52814

Nerve, Fibular

A branch of the sciatic nerve that includes the common, deep, and/or superficial peroneal nerves, which innervates multiple muscles in the distal region of the leg/hindlimb.

Peroneal Nerve

PERONEUS BREVIS MUSCLE

C186132

A muscle of the lower leg, in general extending from the distal two-thirds of the lateral surface of the fibula and the anterior intermuscular septum to the tuberosity of the fifth metatarsal bone; primary function is to plantar flex and evert the foot.

Peroneus Brevis Muscle

PERONEUS LONGUS MUSCLE

C53171

A muscle of the lower leg, in general extending from the superior lateral shaft of the fibula to the first metatarsal and the medial cuneiform; primary function is to plantar flex and evert the foot and support the lateral, longitudinal, and transverse arches.

Peroneus Longus

PHARYNGEAL TONSIL

C33318

Adenoid

A tonsil in the mucosa of the nasopharynx.

Pharyngeal Tonsil

PHARYNX

C12425

A passageway in the head and neck that includes the nasopharynx, oropharynx and laryngopharynx.

Pharynx

PINEAL GLAND

C12398

Pineal Body

A small endocrine gland that arises from the central posterior aspect of the diencephalon.

Pineal Gland

PISIFORM BONE

C12855

Pisiform Bone

The medial bone of the proximal row of carpal bones. (NCI)

Pisiform Bone

PITUITARY GLAND

C12399

Hypophysis;Hypophysis Cerebri

A small endocrine gland extending from the hypothalamus at the base of the brain.

Pituitary Gland

PLACENTA

C13272

An organ present in true mammals during embryonic developmen that provides the fetus with nutrients and oxygen, facilitates gas and waste exchange between the fetus and mother.

Placenta

PLANTAR FLEXOR MUSCLES

C186133

A group of muscles in the ankle, the gastrocnemius, soleus, plantaris, tibialis posterior, flexor hallucis longus, and flexor digitorum longus muscles; primary function is to extend the ankle, flexing the foot downward toward the sole.

Plantar Flexor Muscles

PLEURA

C12469

The serous membrane that lines the wall of the thoracic cavity and the surface of the lungs.

Pleura

PLEURAL CAVITY

C12840

A part of the thoracic cavity that lies between the visceral and parietal pleura.

Pleural Cavity

PLEURAL FLUID

C77613

The fluid within the pleural cavity.

Pleural Fluid

PONS VAROLII

C12511

Pons Varolii

The portion of the brainstem between the midbrain and medulla oblongata.

Pons Varolii

POPLITEAL ARTERY ABOVE KNEE

C116180

The segment of the popliteal artery that is located above the knee.

Popliteal Artery Above the Knee

POPLITEAL ARTERY BELOW KNEE

C116181

The segment of the popliteal artery that is located below the knee.

Popliteal Artery Below the Knee

POPLITEAL ARTERY

C33337

One of the arteries of the leg; in general it arises from the femoral artery and descends behind the knee joint before branching into the anterior and posterior tibial arteries.

Popliteal Artery

POPLITEAL FOSSA

C103222

A diamond-shaped depression located in the back of the knee joint bounded by the medial and lateral heads of the gastrocnemius muscle, the semimembranosus muscle, and the biceps femoris.

Popliteal Fossa

POPLITEAL LYMPH NODE

C53146

Lymph node(s) adjacent to the femorotibial joint.

Popliteal Lymph Node

POPLITEAL VEIN

C33339

A vein originating from the anterior and posterior tibial veins that ascends the popliteal space to drain blood from the calf, knee joint, and thigh. The popliteal vein ultimately becomes the femoral vein.

Popliteal Vein

PORTA HEPATIS LYMPH NODE

C117871

A lymph node located in the transverse fissure of the liver. (NCI)

Porta Hepatis Lymph Node

PORTACAVAL LYMPH NODE

C117872

Portocaval Lymph Node

A lymph node located in the space between the portal vein and inferior vena cava, along the hepatoduodenal ligament. (NCI)

Portacaval Lymph Node

PORTAL LYMPH NODE

C77645

Periportal Lymph Node

Lymph node(s) adjacent to the portal vein.

Portal Lymph Node

PORTAL VEIN BIFURCATION

C132413

The portion of the distal end of the main portal vein that branches into the left and right portal veins.

Portal Vein Bifurcation

PORTAL VEIN

C33343

Hepatic Portal Vein

A vein lying in the lower part of the abdomen; in general it arises from the junction of the mesenteric and splenic veins and draining into the liver.

Portal Vein

POSTCENTRAL GYRUS

C33346

A ridge on the parietal lobe of the brain, located between the central and postcentral sulci, that corresponds to the primary somatic sensory cortex area.

Postcentral Gyrus

POSTERIOR CERVICAL LYMPH NODE

C103428

A lymph node located in the posterior region of the neck. (NCI)

Posterior Cervical Lymph Node

POSTERIOR CINGULATE CORTEX

C154778

The caudal region of the cingulate cortex, located within the medial part of the inferior parietal lobule, that is thought to function as an interface between emotion and cognition.

Posterior Cingulate Cortex

POSTERIOR DESCENDING SEPTAL PERFORATORS ARTERY

C102348

PDSP;POSTERIOR DESCENDING SEPTAL PERFORATORS ARTERY SEGMENT

The arteries arising from the right posterior descending artery that supply the interventricular septum.

Septal Perforator Artery

POSTERIOR INFERIOR CEREBELLAR ARTERY

C33362

PICA

An artery arising from the vertebral artery that supplies the cerebellum, choroid plexus and the lateral medulla.

Posterior Inferior Cerebellar Artery

POSTERIOR LIMB OF INTERNAL CAPSULE

C201435

Occipital Part of Internal Capsule;Posterior Limb of Internal Capsule

The portion of the internal capsule of the brain that is located posterior to the genu.

Posterior Limb of Internal Capsule

POSTERIOR POLE OF THE EYE

C142303

The scleral curvature of the eye comprising the retina, inclusive of the macula and optic disc.

Posterior Pole of the Eye

POSTERIOR SUPERIOR ILIAC SPINE

C139206

A bony projection from the posterior region of the iliac crest that lies over the sacroiliac joint and is the site of attachment for the thoracolumbar fascia and the posterior sacroiliac and sacrotuberous ligaments.

Posterior Superior Iliac Spine

POSTERIOR TIBIAL ARTERY

C12826

A terminal branch of the popliteal artery that runs along the tibia from the lower portion of the popliteus muscle to the lower ankle with numerous branches supplying the lower leg and foot.

Posterior Tibial Artery

POSTERIOR TIBIAL VEIN

C33386

A vein in the foot that originates at the union of the external and internal plantar veins and which becomes the popliteal vein.

Posterior Tibial Vein

POSTEROLATERAL SEGMENTAL ARTERY

C116170

In an individual with a right-dominant heart, the arterial branch that arises from the distal right coronary artery in the posterior atrioventricular groove after the origin of the right posterior descending artery.

Posterolateral Coronary Artery

PREAURICULAR LYMPH NODE

C103429

A lymph node located anterior to the auricle of the ear. (NCI)

Preauricular Lymph Node

PRECENTRAL GYRUS

C33393

A ridge on the convex side of both cerebral hemispheres, anterior to the postcentral gyrus and parallel to the central sulcus, which separates the pre- and postcentral gyri.

Precentral Gyrus

PRECUNEUS

C112399

The posteromedial region of the parietal lobe bounded by the marginal branch of the cingulate sulcus anteriorly, by the medial portion of the parieto-occipital fissure posteriorly and by the subparietal sulcus inferiorly.

Precuneus

PREFRONTAL CORTEX

C154779

The gray matter on the medial, lateral, and orbital surfaces of the anterior part of the frontal cortex, which play a role in complex cognitive control, emotion, and social behavior.

Prefrontal Cortex

PRELARYNGEAL LYMPH NODE

C147454

A lymph node located anterior to the larynx.

Prelaryngeal Lymph Node

PREMAXILLA BONE

C186134

Paired bones at the anterior tip of the upper jaw that are generally tooth bearing; they are present during fetal development and later fuse with the maxilla.

Premaxilla Bone

PREPUTIAL GLAND

C79432

Exocrine glands of the male reproductive system located adjacent to the prepuce.

Preputial Gland

PRESACRAL LYMPH NODE

C154775

Lymph node(s) located in the mesorectum, between the rectum and the sacrum.

Presacral Lymph Node

PRESACRAL SPACE

C132414

The potential body space formed between the rectum and the sacrum.

Presacral Space

PRESPHENOID BONE

C186135

One of the bones of the orbit, situated dorsally to the basisphenoid bone; it is present during fetal development and later fuses to form the anterior portion of the sphenoid bone.

Presphenoid Bone

PRETRACHEAL LYMPH NODE

C147455

A lymph node located anterior to the trachea, between the isthmus of the thyroid gland and the innominate vein.

Pretracheal Lymph Node

PRIMARY VISUAL CORTEX

C97340

A brain region in the occipital cortex that receives visual stimuli from the retina. (NCI)

Primary Visual Cortex

PROCERUS MUSCLE

C166001

A muscle in the face, in general extending from the lower part of the nasal bone to the frontalis muscle in the forehead; primary function is to move the skin between the eyebrows.

Procerus Muscle

PROFUNDA FEMORIS ARTERY

C32436

An artery arising from the common femoral artery just below the inguinal ligament running close to the femur and ending in the lower third of the thigh with branches supplying the thigh muscles.

Deep Femoral Artery

PROFUNDA FEMORIS VEIN

C154776

Deep Femoral Vein

A vein located in the upper thigh that connects, through tributaries, to the popliteal and inferior gluteal veins, and joins the superficial femoral vein at the groin to form the common femoral vein.

Deep Femoral Vein

PRONATOR QUADRATUS MUSCLE

C150854

A muscle of the forearm, in general extending from the distal anteromedial surface of the ulna to the distal anterolateral surface of the radius; primary function is pronation of the forearm.

Pronator Quadratus Muscle

PRONATOR TERES MUSCLE

C53174

A muscle of the superficial flexor compartment of the forearm, in general extending from the humeral and ulnar heads to the body of the radius; primary function is pronation of the arm and flexion of the elbow.

Pronator Teres Muscle

PROSTATE BED

C90348

The anatomical space just below the bladder within which the prostate is situated.

Prostate Bed

PROSTATE GLAND

C12410

The male reproductive accessory gland that produces prostatic fluid and is located adjacent to or around the urethra distal to the urinary bladder in mammals.

Prostate Gland

PROSTATE GLAND, LATERAL LOBE

C13092

Lateral Lobe of the Prostate

The prostate gland lobe that is located on the lateral side of the organ. (NCI)

Lateral Lobe of the Prostate

PROSTATE GLAND, MIDDLE LOBE

C13094

Middle Lobe of the Prostate

The upper, smaller part of the prostate between the ejaculatory ducts and the urethra. (NCI)

Middle Lobe of the Prostate

PROSTATE GLAND, POSTERIOR LOBE

C13093

Posterior Lobe of the Prostate

The prostate gland lobe that is located on the posterior side of the organ. (NCI)

Posterior Lobe of the Prostate

PROXIMAL CIRCUMFLEX ARTERY

C102331

PCIRC;PROXIMAL CIRCUMFLEX ARTERY SEGMENT

The section of the left circumflex coronary artery that arises from the left main coronary artery and extends to the first marginal branch.

Proximal Circumflex Artery

PROXIMAL INTERPHALANGEAL JOINT 2 OF THE FOOT

C114205

PIP2 of the Foot

A ginglymoid (hinge) synovial joint within the second digit of the foot articulating the proximal and middle phalanges. (NCI)

Proximal Interphalangeal Joint 2 of the Foot

PROXIMAL INTERPHALANGEAL JOINT 2 OF THE HAND

C114194

PIP2 of the Hand

A ginglymoid (hinge) synovial joint within the second digit of the hand articulating the proximal and middle phalanges. (NCI)

Proximal Interphalangeal Joint 2 of the Hand

PROXIMAL INTERPHALANGEAL JOINT 2

C102332

PIP2

A condyloid synovial joint within the second digit of the hand or foot articulating the proximal and middle phalanges. (NCI)

Proximal Interphalangeal Joint 2

PROXIMAL INTERPHALANGEAL JOINT 3 OF THE FOOT

C114206

PIP3 of the Foot

A ginglymoid (hinge) synovial joint within the third digit of the foot articulating the proximal and middle phalanges. (NCI)

Proximal Interphalangeal Joint 3 of the Foot

PROXIMAL INTERPHALANGEAL JOINT 3 OF THE HAND

C114195

PIP3 of the Hand

A ginglymoid (hinge) synovial joint within the third digit of the hand articulating the proximal and middle phalanges. (NCI)

Proximal Interphalangeal Joint 3 of the Hand

PROXIMAL INTERPHALANGEAL JOINT 3

C102333

PIP3

A condyloid synovial joint within the third digit of the hand or foot articulating the proximal and middle phalanges. (NCI)

Proximal Interphalangeal Joint 3

PROXIMAL INTERPHALANGEAL JOINT 4 OF THE FOOT

C114207

PIP4 of the Foot

A condyloid synovial joint within the fourth digit of the hand or foot articulating the proximal and middle phalanges. (NCI)

Proximal Interphalangeal Joint 4 of the Foot

PROXIMAL INTERPHALANGEAL JOINT 4 OF THE HAND

C114196

PIP4 of the Hand

A ginglymoid (hinge) synovial joint within the fourth digit of the hand articulating the proximal and middle phalanges. (NCI)

Proximal Interphalangeal Joint 4 of the Hand

PROXIMAL INTERPHALANGEAL JOINT 4

C102334

PIP4

A condyloid synovial joint within the fourth digit of the hand or foot articulating the proximal and middle phalanges. (NCI)

Proximal Interphalangeal Joint 4

PROXIMAL INTERPHALANGEAL JOINT 5 OF THE FOOT

C114208

PIP5 of the Foot

A ginglymoid (hinge) synovial joint within the fifth digit of the foot articulating the proximal and middle phalanges. (NCI)

Proximal Interphalangeal Joint 5 of the Foot

PROXIMAL INTERPHALANGEAL JOINT 5 OF THE HAND

C114197

PIP5 of the Hand

A ginglymoid (hinge) synovial joint within the fifth digit of the hand articulating the proximal and middle phalanges. (NCI)

Proximal Interphalangeal Joint 5 of the Hand

PROXIMAL INTERPHALANGEAL JOINT 5

C102335

PIP5

A condyloid synovial joint within the fifth digit of the hand or foot articulating the proximal and middle phalanges. (NCI)

Proximal Interphalangeal Joint 5

PROXIMAL LAD ARTERY

C102336

PLAD;PROXIMAL LAD ARTERY SEGMENT

The section of the left anterior descending coronary artery that arises from the left main coronary artery and extends to the first diagonal branch.

Proximal Left Anterior Descending Artery

PROXIMAL PHALANX 1 OF THE HAND

C150848

The long bone in the first finger, as counted from the thenar side of the hand; it is located between, and articulates with, the first metacarpal and the distal phalanx.

Hand Digit 1 Proximal Phalanx

PROXIMAL PHALANX 2 OF THE HAND

C142304

The long bone in the second finger, as counted from the thenar side of the hand; it is located between, and articulates with, the second metacarpal and the middle phalanx.

Hand Digit 2 Proximal Phalanx

PROXIMAL PHALANX 3 OF THE HAND

C142305

The long bone in the third finger, as counted from the thenar side of the hand; it is located between, and articulates with, the third metacarpal and the middle phalanx.

Hand Digit 3 Proximal Phalanx

PROXIMAL PHALANX 4 OF THE HAND

C142306

The long bone in the fourth finger, as counted from the thenar side of the hand; it is located between, and articulates with, the fourth metacarpal and the middle phalanx.

Hand Digit 4 Proximal Phalanx

PROXIMAL PHALANX 5 OF THE HAND

C142307

The long bone in the fifth finger, as counted from the thenar side of the hand; it is located between, and articulates with, the fifth metacarpal and the middle phalanx.

Hand Digit 5 Proximal Phalanx

PROXIMAL RIGHT CORONARY ARTERY CONDUIT

C102337

PRCA;PROXIMAL RIGHT CORONARY ARTERY CONDUIT SEGMENT

The section of the right coronary artery proximal to the origin of the right ventricular artery.

Proximal Right Coronary Artery Conduit

PROXIMAL URETHRA

C115335

The part of the urethra that is close to the bladder.

Proximal Urethra

PUBIC BONE

C33423

Pubis

Either of the two bones (left and right) that form the front of the pelvis. (NCI)

Pubic Bone

PUBIC SYMPHYSIS

C33425

Symphysis Pubis

The joint between the left and right pubic bones at the front of the pelvis. (NCI)

Pubic Symphysis

PULMONARY ARTERY BRANCH

C12774

One of the arteries of the thorax; in general it arises from the pulmonary trunk and branches into the lungs.

Pulmonary Artery

PULMONARY LYMPH NODE

C191304

A lymph node that is found within the parenchyma of the lung. (NCI)

Pulmonary Lymph Node

PULMONARY TRUNK

C116918

Main Pulmonary Artery

The artery arising from the right ventricle of the heart that bifurcates into the left and right pulmonary arteries.

Pulmonary Trunk

PULMONARY VALVE

C12775

A cardiac valve located between the right atrium and the pulmonary artery.

Pulmonary Valve

PULMONARY VALVE, ANTERIOR CUSP

C127673

Pulmonary Valve, Anterior Semilunar Cusp

The cusp of the pulmonic valve that has no attachment to the cardiac septum.

Anterior Cusp of the Pulmonary Valve

PULMONARY VALVE, LEFT CUSP

C127674

Pulmonary Valve, Left Semilunar Cusp

The cusp of the pulmonic valve attached to the left side of the cardiac septum.

Left Cusp of the Pulmonary Valve

PULMONARY VALVE, RIGHT CUSP

C127675

Pulmonary Valve, Right Semilunar Cusp

The cusp of the pulmonic valve attached to the right side of the cardiac septum.

Right Cusp of the Pulmonary Valve

PULMONARY VEIN

C12776

Any of the veins that carry oxygenated blood from the lungs to the heart.

Pulmonary Vein

PUPIL

C33429

The round opening in the center of the iris in the eye.

Pupil

PUTAMEN

C12452

Putamen

The gray matter, located between the globus pallidus and the external capsule of the brain, that comprises the lateral dorsal striatum of the basal ganglia.

Putamen

PYLORIC SPHINCTER

C33433

Pyloric Sphincter

The muscular structure at the distal portion of the stomach, opening into the duodenum. (NCI)

Pyloric Sphincter

PYLORUS

C12260

The region of the stomach that connects to the duodenum.

Pylorus

PYRAMIDAL TRACTS, BRAINSTEM

C142308

The segments of the corticospinal and corticobulbar tracts that either traverse or terminate in the brainstem. (NCI)

Brainstem Portion of the Pyramidal Tracts

PYRAMIDAL TRACTS, INTERNAL CAPSULE

C142309

The segments of the corticospinal and corticobulbar tracts that traverse the internal capsule.

Internal Capsule of the Pyramidal Tracts

QUADRICEPS MUSCLE

C33441

A group of muscles in the thigh, in general extending from the pelvis to the patella and tibia; primary function is extension of the femorotibial joint.

Quadriceps Muscle of the Thigh

RADIAL ARTERY

C12838

Radial Artery

The branch of the brachial artery that passes down the forearm. (NCI)

Radial Artery

RADIAL NERVE

C52812

A nerve extending from the brachial plexus traveling the length of the arm/forelimb, which innervates the extensor muscles of the elbow, carpus and phalanges, as well as the skin on the dorsal aspect of the carpus, metacarpus and digits.

Radial Nerve

RADIAL SULCUS

C187836

Musculospiral Groove;Radial Groove;Spiral Groove

A shallow groove in the shaft of the humerus through which the radial nerve and deep brachial artery course.

Radial Sulcus

RADIUS SHAFT

C120674

The slightly curved, prismoid, elongated bony body of the radius.

Radius Shaft

RADIUS

C12777

The long bone that lies between the radiohumeral joint and the carpus and is adjacent to the ulna.

Radius Bone

RADIUS-LUNATE JOINT

C142310

A condyloid synovial joint within the wrist articulating the radius bone to the lunate bone.

Radius-Lunate Joint

RAMUS INTERMEDIUS ARTERY

C102338

RAMUS;RAMUS ARTERY;RAMUS INTERMEDIUS ARTERY SEGMENT

An artery that arises from the left main coronary artery and is positioned between the left anterior descending coronary artery and the circumflex artery.

Ramus Intermedius Artery

RAPHE

C97335

A group of nuclei that are located in the midline of the brainstem and release serotonin. (NCI)

Raphe Nuclei

RECTO-UTERINE POUCH

C33447

An extension of the peritoneum between the uterus and the rectum in females, which is formally bounded thusly: anteriorly by the uterus and posterior fornix of the vagina; posteriorly by the rectum; inferiorly by the peritoneal rectovaginal fold.

Recto-Vaginal Pouch

RECTOSIGMOID JUNCTION

C54188

The area where the sigmoid colon joins the rectum.

Rectosigmoid Region

RECTOVAGINAL SPACE

C142311

The anatomical space located between the vagina and rectum, extending from the superior border of the perineal body to the underside of the rectouterine Douglas pouch, which has its formal borders noted thusly: anteriorly by the rectovaginal septum; posteriorly by the anterior rectal wall; and laterally by the descending rectal septa that separate the rectovaginal space from the pararectal space on each side.

Rectovaginal Space

RECTUM

C12390

The terminal portion of the large intestine extending from the terminus of the colon to the anus or anal canal.

Rectum

RECTUS FEMORIS MUSCLE

C53175

A muscle in the quadriceps femoris muscle group between the vastus lateralis and vastus medialis and lying on the vastus intermedius; primary function is extension of the femorotibilal joint.

Rectus Femoris

REGIONAL LYMPH NODE

C49018

Lymph node(s) that drains the lymph from a region of interest.

Regional Lymph Node

RENAL ARTERY

C12778

One of the arteries of the abdomen; in general it arises from the abdominal aorta and supplies blood to the kidney.

Renal Artery

RENAL BED

C131138

Kidney Bed

The anatomical space within which the kidney is situated.

Renal Bed

RENAL FOSSA

C142312

The usual retroperitoneal location of the kidney in the dorsolumbar region of the body.

Renal Fossa

RENAL PAPILLA

C33460

The tip of a renal pyramid.

Renal Papilla

RENAL PELVIS

C12887

The funnel-shaped proximal portion of the ureter located within the kidney into which urine is secreted, from the collecting duct system of the kidney. (NCI)

Renal Pelvis

RENAL VEIN

C33462

A vein arising from the kidney; in general it drains into the caudal vena cava vein.

Renal Vein

RESPIRATORY SYSTEM

C12779

The organs and anatomic structures involved in inspiration and expiration of air and the exchange of carbon dioxide and oxygen.

Respiratory System

RETINA

C12343

Retina

A light-sensitive membrane that lines the back wall of the eyeball. The retina is continuous with the optic nerve and this way transmits optical images to the brain. (NCI)

Retina

RETINAL ARTERY

C52997

An artery arising from the ophthalmic artery that supplies the retina.

Retinal Artery

RETINAL NERVE FIBER LAYER

C32953

A retina layer that contains the axons of ganglion cells. It collects the visual impulses. (NCI)

Layer of the Ophthalmic Nerve Fibers

RETINAL PIGMENTED EPITHELIAL LAYER

C33470

A continuous, insulating monolayer of cuboidal/columnar epithelium which extends from the margins of the optic nerve head to the ora serrata where it is continuous with the pigment epithelium of the pars plana. (NCI)

Retinal Pigment Epithelium

RETRO-ORBITAL REGION

C54155

Retro-Orbital Area

The area behind the orbit of the eye.

Retro-Orbital Region

RETROAURICULAR LYMPH NODE

C142313

Mastoid Lymph Node;Posterior Auricular Lymph Node

The lymph nodes located immediately posterior to the ear.

Retroauricular Lymph Node

RETROCRURAL LYMPH NODE

C103439

A lymph node located within the most inferior portion of the posterior mediastinum. (NCI)

Retrocrural Lymph Node

RETROPERITONEAL LYMPH NODE

C98189

A lymph node located in the retroperitoneal space. (NCI)

Retroperitoneal Lymph Node

RETROPERITONEUM

C12298

The region of the abdomen outside the peritoneum, where the kidneys lie and the great blood vessels run.

Retroperitoneum

RETROPHARYNGEAL LYMPH NODE

C77649

Suprapharyngeal Lymph Node

Lymph node(s) in the retropharyngeal space.

Retropharyngeal Lymph Node

RHOMBOID MAJOR MUSCLE

C186136

A muscle of the back, in general extending from the spinous processes of the second to fifth thoracic vertebrae to the medial border of the scapula; primary function is to stabilize and retract the scapula.

Rhomboid Major Muscle

RHOMBOID MINOR MUSCLE

C186137

A muscle of the back, in general extending from the nuchal ligament and spinal processes of the seventh cervical and first thoracic vertebrae to the medial border of the scapula; primary function is to stabilize and retract the scapula.

Rhomboid Minor Muscle

RIB 1

C52770

Rib 1

The first rib counting from the top of the rib cage down. (NCI)

Rib 1

RIB 10

C52769

Rib 10

The tenth rib counting from the top of the rib cage down. (NCI)

Rib 10

RIB 11

C52768

Rib 11

The eleventh rib counting from the top of the rib cage down. (NCI)

Rib 11

RIB 12

C52767

Rib 12

The twelfth rib counting from the top of the rib cage down. (NCI)

Rib 12

RIB 2

C52766

Rib 2

The second rib counting from the top of the rib cage down. (NCI)

Rib 2

RIB 3

C52765

Rib 3

The third rib counting from the top of the rib cage down. (NCI)

Rib 3

RIB 4

C52764

Rib 4

The fourth rib counting from the top of the rib cage down. (NCI)

Rib 4

RIB 5

C52763

Rib 5

The fifth rib counting from the top of the rib cage down. (NCI)

Rib 5

RIB 6

C52762

Rib 6

The sixth rib counting from the top of the rib cage down. (NCI)

Rib 6

RIB 7

C52761

Rib 7

The seventh rib counting from the top of the rib cage down. (NCI)

Rib 7

RIB 8

C52760

Rib 8

The eighth rib counting from the top of the rib cage down. (NCI)

Rib 8

RIB 9

C52759

Rib 9

The ninth rib counting from the top of the rib cage down. (NCI)

Rib 9

RIB

C12782

Any one of the paired bones, extending from the thoracic vertebrae toward the median line on the ventral aspect of the trunk.

Rib

RIGHT ATRIAL ENDOCARDIUM

C102339

The innermost layer of endothelial cells and connective tissue that lines the right atrium.

Right Atrial Endocardium

RIGHT CORONARY ARTERY OSTIUM

C116169

The opening of the right coronary artery at its origin.

Right Coronary Artery Ostium

RIGHT CORONARY ARTERY, RIGHT POSTERIOR DESCENDING, RIGHT POSTERIOLATERAL AND ACUTE MARGINAL BRANCHES

C102340

The right coronary artery and all of its branches.

Right Coronary Artery and its Branches

RIGHT POSTERIOR ATRIOVENTRICULAR ARTERY

C102341

RIGHT POSTERIOR ATRIOVENTRICULAR ARTERY SEGMENT;RPAV

The arterial branch between the right posterior descending artery segment and the first right posterolateral segment.

Right Posterior Atrioventricular Artery

RIGHT POSTERIOR DESCENDING ARTERY

C102342

RIGHT POSTERIOR DESCENDING ARTERY SEGMENT;RPDA

In an individual with a right-dominant heart, the arterial branch that arises from the distal right coronary artery between the acute marginal artery and the first right posterolateral segment. It supplies the inferior apex of the heart.

Right Posterior Descending Artery

RIGHT VENTRICULAR BRANCH

C116171

The branch of the right coronary artery that supplies blood to the right ventricular wall.

Right Ventricular Branch of Right Coronary Artery

RIGHT VENTRICULAR ENDOCARDIUM

C102343

The innermost layer of endothelial cells and connective tissue that lines the right ventricle.

Right Ventricular Endocardium

ROUND LIGAMENT

C12319

Band of fibrous tissue that anchors various organs in place.

Round Ligament

SACRAL TUBEROSITY

C105447

The prominence on the lateral surface of the sacrum, posterior to the auricular surface of the sacrum. (NCI)

Sacral Tuberosity

SACRAL VERTEBRA

C12853

Any one of the vertebrae situated between the lumbar vertebrae and the caudal vertebrae or coccyx.

Sacral Vertebra

SACROILIAC JOINT

C33507

Sacroiliac Joint

The joint located between the sacrum and the ilium. (NCI)

Sacroiliac Joint

SACRUM

C33508

Sacrum

The triangular bone, made up of 5 fused bones of the spine, located in the lower area of the spine between the fifth lumbar vertebra and the coccyx. (NCI)

Sacrum

SALIVARY GLAND

C12426

Any number of exocrine glands that secrete saliva into the oral cavity.

Salivary Gland

SALIVARY GLAND, SUBLINGUAL

C12234

The salivary gland located under the tongue in the floor of the oral cavity or adjacent to the submandibular salivary gland.

Sublingual Salivary Gland

SAPHENOUS VEIN

C33511

Saphenous Vein

A vein of the leg/hindlimb; in general it arises from the venous network of the leg/hindfoot and drains into the femoral vein.

Saphenous Vein

SARTORIUS MUSCLE

C33515

A muscle in the thigh, in general extending from the anterior superior iliac spine of the pelvic bone to the anteromedial surface of the upper tibia in the pes anserinus; primary function is to flex, abduct, and laterally rotate the thigh at the hip joint, and to flex the leg at the knee joint.

Sartorius Muscle

SCALENE LYMPH NODE

C89780

Inferior Deep Cervical Lymph Node

A lymph node located in proximity to any of the scalene muscles.

Scalene Lymph Node

SCALP

C89807

The skin which covers the top of the head and which is usually covered by hair. (NCI)

Scalp

SCAPHOID BONE

C12854

Scaphoid Bone

A nut-shaped bone of the wrist located in the radial site of the hand. It is one of the eight carpal bones. (NCI)

Scaphoid Bone

SCAPHOID-CAPITATE JOINT

C127676

A condyloid synovial joint within the wrist articulating the scaphoid bone to the capitate bone.

Scaphoid-Capitate Joint

SCAPHOID-LUNATE JOINT

C142314

A condyloid synovial joint within the wrist articulating the scaphoid bone to the lunate bone.

Scaphoid-Lunate Joint

SCAPHOID-LUNATE-CAPITATE JOINT

C127677

A condyloid synovial joint within the wrist articulating the scaphoid, lunate, and capitate bones.

Scaphoid-Lunate-Capitate Joint

SCAPHOID-RADIUS JOINT

C142315

A condyloid synovial joint within the wrist articulating the scaphoid bone to the radius bone.

Scaphoid-Radius Joint

SCAPHOID-TRAPEZIUM JOINT

C127678

A condyloid synovial joint within the wrist articulating the scaphoid bone to the trapezium bone.

Scaphoid-Trapezium Joint

SCAPHOID-TRAPEZOID JOINT

C142316

A condyloid synovial joint within the wrist articulating the scaphoid bone to the trapezoid bone.

Scaphoid-Trapezoid Joint

SCAPULA

C12783

Shoulder Blade

A bone that articulates with the humerus and is part of the scapulohumeral joint.

Scapula

SCIATIC NERVE

C52810

A nerve arising from the merge of the lumbar and sacral rami in the pelvis and dividing into the common peroneal and tibial nerves, and which innervates the muscles of the thigh.

Sciatic Nerve

SCLERA

C12784

The fibrous, outer tunic of the eyeball that is continuous with the cornea.

Sclera

SCROTUM

C12785

The pouch that encloses the testicles.

Scrotum

SEBACEOUS GLAND

C33519

Small glands located within the skin that are usually associated with the hair follicle.

Sebaceous Gland

SECOND DIAGONAL BRANCH ARTERY

C102344

2ND DIAG;SECOND DIAGONAL BRANCH ARTERY SEGMENT

The second artery arising from the left anterior descending (LAD) artery that supplies the anterolateral wall, when counted from proximal to distal.

Second Diagonal Branch Artery

SECOND LEFT POSTEROLATERAL BRANCH ARTERY

C102345

2ND LPL;SECOND LEFT POSTEROLATERAL BRANCH ARTERY SEGMENT

In an individual with a left-dominant heart, this is the second branch that arises from the circumflex artery atrioventricular groove continuation when counted from proximal to distal. It supplies the posterolateral wall.

Second Left Posterolateral Branch Artery

SECOND OBTUSE MARGINAL BRANCH ARTERY

C102346

2ND OM;SECOND OBTUSE MARGINAL BRANCH ARTERY SEGMENT

The second artery arising from the left circumflex artery that supplies the lateral wall, when counted from proximal to distal.

Second Obtuse Marginal Branch Artery

SECOND RIGHT POSTEROLATERAL ARTERY

C102347

2ND RPL;SECOND RIGHT POSTEROLATERAL ARTERY SEGMENT

In an individual with a right-dominant heart, this is the second branch that arises from the right coronary artery distal to the right posterior descending artery, when counted from proximal to distal.

Second Right Posterolateral Artery

SEMIMEMBRANOSUS MUSCLE

C52987

A muscle located in the posterior compartment of the thigh, in general extending from the ischial tuberosity to the medial tibial condyle; primary function is to extend the leg/hindlimb at the hip and to flex the leg/hindlimb at the knee.

Semimembranosus Muscle

SEMINAL VESICLE

C12787

Seminal Sacs

A mammalian male reproductive accessory gland located adjacent to the urinary bladder and proximal to the prostate.

Seminal Vesicle

SEMITENDINOSUS MUSCLE

C53176

A muscle of the thigh, in general extends from the ishium to the medial tibia; primary function is the extension of the hip.

Semitendinosus

SENSORIMOTOR CORTEX

C154777

The region of the brain that consists of the precentral and postcentral gyri and is involved in somatosensory and motor functions.

Sensorimotor Cortex

SERRATUS ANTERIOR MUSCLE

C33540

A muscle of the thorax, in general extending from the first through the eighth or ninth rib to the scapula; primary function is anteversion of the arm, protraction of the scapula, and stabilization of the scapula against the thoracic wall.

Serratus Anterior Muscle

SHIN

C154780

The front part of the leg from below the knee to the ankle.

Shin

SHOULDER JOINT TENDONS

C161387

The tendons that connect the muscles and bones that comprise the glenohumeral and acromioclavicular joints and enable abduction of the arm and stabilization of the shoulder. (NCI)

Shoulder Joint Tendons

SHOULDER JOINT

C33548

Shoulder Joint

A ball-and-socket joint at the upper end of the humerus, located at the junction of humerus and scapula. (NCI)

Shoulder Joint

SHOULDER

C25203

Shoulder

The region of the body between the neck and the upper arm. (NCI)

Shoulder

SIGMOID SINUS

C166111

Pars Sigmoid

Either of the two dural venous sinuses that receive blood from the transverse sinus and empty into the internal jugular vein.

Sinus Sigmoideus

SINUS

C33556

Sinus

A recess, cavity, or channel. (NCI)

Sinus

SKIN ABOVE THE EYEBROW

C198298

The integument that covers the area above the eyebrow.

Skin Above the Eyebrow

SKIN AROUND THE EYE

C170599

The skin surrounding the eye, including the skin of the eyelid.

Skin Around the Eye

SKIN AROUND THE MOUTH

C170600

The skin surrounding the mouth, including the skin of the lip.

Skin Around the Mouth

SKIN BETWEEN EYEBROWS

C142317

The integument that covers the area located medial to the orbital ridges and superior to the nose.

Skin Between the Eyebrows

SKIN FOLD

C170602

An area of the integument that folds upon itself.

Skinfold

SKIN OF THE AXILLA

C116164

The integument that covers the underarm.

Skin Of The Axilla

SKIN OF THE BACK

C142318

The integument that covers the back.

Skin Of The Back

SKIN OF THE BENDING JOINT

C170603

The integument that covers the bending joint.

Skin of the Bending Joint

SKIN OF THE BUTTOCK

C150855

The integument that covers the buttock.

Skin of the Buttock

SKIN OF THE CHEST

C161379

The integument that covers the chest.

Skin of the Chest

SKIN OF THE CHIN

C142319

The integument that covers the chin.

Skin Of The Chin

SKIN OF THE EAR

C49481

The integument that covers the ear.

Ear Skin

SKIN OF THE ELBOW

C52755

The integument that covers the elbow joint.

Elbow Skin

SKIN OF THE FACE

C33561

The skin or integument that covers the face.

Skin of the Face

SKIN OF THE FINGER

C52720

The integument that covers the finger.

Hand Digit Skin

SKIN OF THE FOOT

C52750

The integument that covers the foot.

Foot Skin

SKIN OF THE FOREARM

C161378

The integument that covers the forearm.

Skin of the Forearm

SKIN OF THE HAND

C52753

The integument that covers the hand.

Hand Skin

SKIN OF THE HEAD

C52757

The integument that covers the head, including the face and scalp.

Head Skin

SKIN OF THE INFRASCAPULAR REGION

C161391

The integument that covers the region of the back, lateral to the vertebral region and below the scapula. (NCI)

Skin of the Infrascapular Region

SKIN OF THE INGUINAL REGION

C161380

The integument that covers the inguinal region.

Skin of the Inguinal Region

SKIN OF THE KNEE

C64859

The integument that covers the knee joint.

Knee Skin

SKIN OF THE LIP

C12291

The skin portion of the lip that contains hair.

Skin of the Lip

SKIN OF THE LOWER LIMB

C164047

The integument that covers the lower limb.

Skin of the Lower Extremity

SKIN OF THE NECK

C52756

The integument that covers the neck.

Neck Skin

SKIN OF THE OUTER CANTHUS OF THE EYE

C198299

The integument that covers the outer corner of the eye were the upper and lower eyelids meet.

Skin of the Outer Canthus of the Eye

SKIN OF THE PALM

C170604

The integument that covers the palm.

Skin of the Palm

SKIN OF THE SOLE

C170606

The integument that covers the sole.

Skin of the Sole

SKIN OF THE THIGH

C150856

The integument that covers the thigh.

Skin of the Thigh

SKIN OF THE TRUNK

C12295

Skin of the Trunk

The integument that covers the trunk of the body.

Skin of the Trunk

SKIN OF THE UPPER LIMB

C164048

The integument that covers the upper limb.

Skin of the Upper Extremity

SKIN UNDER THE EYE

C198300

Skin of the Tear Trough

The integument that covers the area directly below the eye.

Skin Under the Eye

SKIN

C12470

Integument;Skin

An organ that constitutes the external surface of the body. It consists of the epidermis, dermis, and skin appendages. (NCI)

Skin

SKULL

C12789

Bone, Skull;Cranium;Skull Bone

The bones that form the head, made up of the bones of the braincase and face. (NCI)

Skull

SKULL, BASE

C12493

Base of the Skull

The portion of the skull that forms the floor on which the brain lies; the internal surface of the cranial base has three large depressions that lie on different levels known as the anterior, middle, and posterior cranial fossae.

Base of the Skull

SMALL INTESTINAL MUCOSA

C33568

Small Bowel Mucosa

The mucosal membranes that line the inner surface of the small intestine.

Small Intestinal Mucosa

SMALL INTESTINE

C12386

The villous section of the intestine extending from the pylorus to the proximal large intestine.

Small Intestine

SMALL SAPHENOUS VEIN

C33546

A superficial vein originating from the dorsal vein at the fifth toe and the dorsal venous arch of the foot; it extends up the back of the leg to empty into the popliteal vein at the knee joint.

Short Saphenous Vein

SNOUT

C186138

Muzzle

The projection on the anterior portion of the face that includes the nares, mouth, and jaw.

Snout

SOFT PALATE

C12231

The part of the roof of the mouth not supported by bone.

Soft Palate

SOFT TISSUE

C12471

Soft Tissue

Refers to muscle, fat, fibrous tissue, blood vessels, organ parenchyma, or other supporting tissue of the body.

Soft Tissue

SOLE

C33326

The undersurface of the foot. (NCI)

Plantar Region

SOLEUS MUSCLE

C53075

A muscle in the crus, in general extending from the tibia and fibula to the calcaneous; primary function is plantarflexion of the foot.

Soleus

SPHENOID BONE

C12790

The butterfly-shaped bone located at the base of the skull that forms the orbit of the eye.

Sphenoid Bone

SPHENOID SINUS

C12278

Either of the paired paranasal sinuses located in the anterior part of the body of the sphenoid bone, and communicating with the superior meatus of the nasal cavity on the same side.

Sphenoid Sinus

SPINAL ACCESSORY NERVE

C32041

ACCESSORY NERVE;CRANIAL ACCESSORY NERVE

The eleventh cranial nerve.

Accessory Nerve

SPINAL CORD PARENCHYMA

C186139

The parenchyma of the spinal cord, which consists of a canal surrounded by a neuron containing gray matter centrally and white matter containing myelinated nerve tracts peripherally.

Spinal Cord Parenchyma

SPINAL CORD

C12464

Medulla Spinalis

The portion of the central nervous system that lies within the vertebral canal and from which the spinal nerves emerge.

Spinal Cord

SPINAL CORD, CERVICAL

C12892

The segment of the spinal cord between the end of the brain stem and the thoracic spinal cord.

Cervical Spinal Cord

SPINOUS PROCESS

C116112

A bony projection arising from the posterior vertebral arch that serves for the attachment of muscles and ligaments.

Spinous Process

SPLEEN

C12432

An abdominal organ that is part of the hematopoietic and immune systems. It is composed of the white pulp and the red pulp and is surrounded by a capsule.

Spleen

SPLEEN, HILUM

C33601

Splenic Hilum

The area of the spleen through which the vessels and nerves enter or exit the organ. (NCI)

Splenic Hilum

SPLENIC ARTERY

C33597

An artery arising from the celiac trunk with four main branches that supply the spleen, stomach and pancreas.

Splenic Artery

SPLENIC HILAR LYMPH NODE

C33600

A lymph node located in the hilar region of the spleen. (NCI)

Splenic Hilar Lymph Node

SPLENIC LYMPH NODE

C142320

Any lymph node located along the splenic artery that receives afferent drainage from the pancreas, spleen, and stomach, and which generally has their efferents join the celiac group of preaortic lymph nodes.

Splenic Lymph Node

SPLENIC VEIN

C33608

A vein arising from the splenic trabecular vein in the hilum of the spleen that drains into the portal vein.

Splenic Vein

STERNAL MANUBRIUM

C52730

Sternal Manubrium

The upper segment of the sternum, quadrangular in shape, as well as wider superiorly and narrower inferiorly. The sternal manubrium articulates with the clavicle and first two ribs. (NCI)

Sternal Manubrium

STERNEBRA

C176320

Any of the segments of the body of the sternum.

Sternebra

STERNOCLAVICULAR JOINT

C33615

Sternoclavicular Joint

The synovial juncture between the medial end of the clavicle and the anterior segment of the sternum. (NCI)

Sternoclavicular Joint

STERNOCLEIDOMASTOID MUSCLE

C33616

SCM;Sternomastoid Muscle

A muscle of the neck; in general extending from the manubrium and the clavicle to the mastoid process and the superior nuchal line. Primary function is to flex the neck, move the chin cranially, and assist in elevating the rib cage during inspiration.

Sternocleidomastoid Muscle

STERNUM

C12793

Sterna

The long, flat bone or sternebrae connecting with the cartilage of some ribs.

Sternum

STOMACH WALL

C186140

Gastric Wall

The tissue that forms the wall of the stomach.

Stomach Wall

STOMACH

C12391

The portion of the gastrointestinal tract located between the esophagus and the proximal duodenum.

Stomach

STRIATUM

C142370

A group of subcortical nuclei of the basal ganglia comprising the caudate and putamen dorsally, and the nucleus accumbens as well as the olfactory tubercle ventrally.

Striatum Nuclei

SUBARACHNOID SPACE

C156507

Subarachnoid;Subarachnoid Area

The space between the arachnoid membrane and the pia mater.

Subarachnoid Space

SUBCARINAL LYMPH NODE

C117873

A lymph node located in the thoracic cavity between the lungs. It is bordered by the carina of the trachea, lower lobe bronchus on the left and the bronchus intermedius on the right. (NCI)

Subcarinal Lymph Node

SUBCLAVIAN ARTERY

C33643

One of the arteries of the thorax; in general it arises from the brachiocephalic artery or the aortic arch and branches into several arteries to supply blood to the head, neck, and arm/forelimb.

Subclavian Artery

SUBCLAVIAN VEIN

C12794

The vein that drains the axillary vein and joins the internal jugular vein to form the brachiocephalic vein. It runs parallel to the subclavian artery.

Subclavian Vein

SUBCUTIS

C33645

Subcutaneous Tissue

Adipose and connective tissue located deep to the dermis.

Subcutis

SUBDURAL SPACE

C189532

The potential body space between the arachnoid membrane and the dura mater.

Subdural Space

SUBGLOTTIS

C12280

Subglottis

The area of the larynx below the vocal cords down to the trachea. (NCI)

Subglottis

SUBLINGUAL REGION

C102349

A body region relating to the area under or adjacent to the tongue.

Sublingual Region

SUBMANDIBULAR GLAND

C12233

Gland, Salivary, Mandibular;Submaxillary Gland

The salivary gland located adjacent to the mandible.

Submandibular Salivary Gland

SUBMANDIBULAR LYMPH NODE

C77650

Lymph Node, Submandibular

Lymph node(s) adjacent to the mandible.

Submandibular Lymph Node

SUBMENTAL LYMPH NODE

C142322

Suprahyoid Lymph Nodes

The lymph nodes located between the anterior bellies of the digastric muscles. (NCI)

Submental Lymph Node

SUBSCAPULARIS MUSCLE

C33651

A muscle in the shoulder, in general extending from the subscapular fossa to the lesser tubercle of the humerus; primary function is to medially rotate the humerus.

Subscapularis Muscle

SUBSTANTIA NIGRA

C12453

The portion of the midbrain composed of two parts, the pars compacta and pars reticulata.

Substantia Nigra

SUBTALAR JOINT

C33653

Talocalcaneal Joint

The plane synovial joint between the talus and calcaneus bones of the foot.

Subtalar Joint

SUDORIFEROUS GLAND

C33712

Sweat Gland

The small coiled tubular glands in the skin that produce and secrete sweat.

Sweat Gland

SUPERFICIAL FEMORAL ARTERY

C33661

The portion of the femoral artery distal to the branching of the deep femoral artery that runs close to the skin.

Superficial Femoral Artery

SUPERFICIAL LYMPH NODE

C102716

A lymph node located in a superficial part of the body.

Superficial Lymph Node

SUPERIOR FRONTAL GYRUS

C33674

A ridge on the frontal lobe of the brain located above the superior frontal sulcus.

Superior Frontal Gyrus

SUPERIOR MEDIASTINAL LYMPH NODE LEVEL VII

C132515

Lymph nodes in this group include pretracheal, paratracheal, and esophageal groove lymph nodes, extending from the level of the suprasternal notch cephalad and up to the innominate artery caudad. These nodes are at greatest risk of involvement by thyroid cancer and cancer of the esophagus. (AJCC 8th ed.)

Superior Mediastinal Lymph Node Group (Level VII)

SUPERIOR PUBIC RAMUS

C132415

The portion of the pubic ramus that lies between the body of the ilium and the inferior pubic ramus.

Superior Pubic Ramus

SUPERIOR SAGITTAL SINUS

C12515

An intracranial venous sinus that lies in a superior and midline location above the interhemispheric fissure along the superior border of the falx cerebri of the brain. The sinus receives blood from the cerebral veins and drains posteriorly into the lateral sinuses of the brain, which in turn drain into the internal jugular veins.

Superior Sagittal Sinus

SUPERIOR TEMPORAL GYRUS

C33698

A ridge on the outer surface of the temporal lobe between the horizontal portion of the fissure of Sylvius and the superior temporal sulcus. (NCI)

Superior Temporal Gyrus

SUPERIOR VENA CAVA

C12816

Anterior Vena Cava;Cranial Vena Cava

The large vein that terminates in the right atrium and transports deoxygenated blood from the head, neck, arms, and chest to the heart.

Superior Vena Cava

SUPINATOR MUSCLE

C186141

A muscle of the forearm, in general extending from the posterior proximal shaft of the ulna and the lateral epicondyle of the humerus to the proximal third of the radius on the anterolateral and posterior surface; primary function is to supinate the forearm.

Supinator Muscle

SUPRACLAVICULAR FOSSA

C142323

A depression found at the base of the neck that is bounded thusly: superiorly by the posterior belly of the omohyoid muscle; inferiorly by the clavicle; and medially by the sternocleidomastoid muscle.

Supraclavicular Fossa

SUPRACLAVICULAR LYMPH NODE

C12903

Supraclavicular Lymph Node

A lymph node which is located above the clavicle. (NCI)

Supraclavicular Lymph Node

SUPRAGLOTTIS

C12279

The upper part of the larynx, including the epiglottis; the area above the vocal cords.

Supraglottis

SUPRAMARGINAL GYRUS

C33706

A ridge on the anterior part of the inferior parietal lobe of the brain.

Supramarginal Gyrus

SUPRAOCCIPITAL BONE

C186142

The superior portion of the occipital bone on the dorsal side of the foramen magnum; it is present during fetal development and later fuses with the occipital bone.

Supraoccipital Bone

SUPRAPUBIC REGION

C32755

The lowest central region of the abdomen, below the umbilical region and between the two iliac regions. (NCI)

Hypogastric Region

SUPRARENAL AORTA

C130168

The portion of the abdominal aorta cranial to the renal arteries.

Suprarenal Aorta

SUPRASPINATUS MUSCLE

C33709

One of four muscles surrounding the glenohumeral joint, in general extending from the supraspinous fossa of the scapula to the greater tubercle of the humerus; primary function is to abduct the arm and provide muscular support to the shoulder.

Supraspinatus Muscle

SUPRATENTORIAL BRAIN

C12512

The part of the brain above the tentorium cerebellum. (NCI)

Supratentorial Brain

SURAL NERVE

C77675

A minor branch of the sciatic nerve that includes the lateral and caudal sural nerves, which innervates the skin of the crus, tarsus and metatarsus.

Sural Nerve

SUTURE

C186143

Rigid, fibrous joints between the ossified bones of the skull.

Cranial Suture

SYMPATHETIC GANGLIA

C12467

A mass containing the cell bodies of sympathetic nerves. Sympathetic ganglia exist as paravertebral ganglia (located bilaterally adjacent to the spinal cord) or prevertebral ganglia (located close to the target organ).

Sympathetic Ganglion

SYNOVIAL FLUID

C33718

Synovia

The fluid within a joint capsule.

Synovial Fluid

SYNOVIUM

C12473

Synovial Membrane;Synovial Stratum

The connective tissue and synoviocytes that line the inner surface of the joint capsule.

Synovial Membrane

T1 VERTEBRA

C33720

T1 Vertebra

The first thoracic vertebra counting from the top down. (NCI)

T1 Vertebra

T10 VERTEBRA

C33721

T10 Vertebra

The tenth thoracic vertebra counting from the top down. (NCI)

T10 Vertebra

T11 VERTEBRA

C33722

T11 Vertebra

The eleventh thoracic vertebra counting from the top down. (NCI)

T11 Vertebra

T12 VERTEBRA

C33723

T12 Vertebra

The twelfth thoracic vertebra counting from the top down. (NCI)

T12 Vertebra

T2 VERTEBRA

C33724

T2 Vertebra

The second thoracic vertebra counting from the top down. (NCI)

T2 Vertebra

T3 VERTEBRA

C33725

T3 Vertebra

The third thoracic vertebra counting from the top down. (NCI)

T3 Vertebra

T4 VERTEBRA

C33726

T4 Vertebra

The fourth thoracic vertebra counting from the top down. (NCI)

T4 Vertebra

T5 VERTEBRA

C33727

T5 Vertebra

The fifth thoracic vertebra counting from the top down. (NCI)

T5 Vertebra

T6 VERTEBRA

C33728

T6 Vertebra

The sixth thoracic vertebra counting from the top down. (NCI)

T6 Vertebra

T7 VERTEBRA

C33729

T7 Vertebra

The seventh thoracic vertebra counting from the top down. (NCI)

T7 Vertebra

T8 VERTEBRA

C33730

T8 Vertebra

The eighth thoracic vertebra counting from the top down. (NCI)

T8 Vertebra

T9 VERTEBRA

C33731

T9 Vertebra

The ninth thoracic vertebra counting from the top down. (NCI)

T9 Vertebra

TAIL

C77663

A flexible appendage caudal to the sacrum.

Tail

TALUS

C52799

Talus

The bone of the foot that connects with the tibia and fibula to form the ankle joint. (NCI)

Talus

TARSAL JOINT

C33735

A joint formed by the union of tarsal bones.

Tarsal Joint

TARSUS BONE

C12796

Bone, Tarsal

Any of the short bones between the tibiotarsal joint and the tarsometatarsal joint.

Tarsal Bone

TECTUM MESENCEPHALI

C12460

The dorsal part or roof plate of the midbrain, which consists of the pretectal area and the paired superior and inferior colliculi.

Tectum Mesencephali

TEMPLE

C142369

The flat area on either side of the head that is located posterior to the eye and forehead, anterior to the ear, and superior to the cheekbone.

Temple

TEMPORAL ARTERY

C33741

A terminal branch of the external carotid artery that branches into the anterior and posterior temporal arteries. (NCI)

Temporal Artery

TEMPORAL BONE

C12797

Temporal Bone

A large irregular bone situated at the base and side of the skull, connected with the mandible via the temporomandibular joint. The temporal bone consists of the squamous, tympanic and petrous parts. The petrous portion of the temporal bone contains the vestibulocochlear organ of the inner ear. (NCI)

Temporal Bone

TEMPORAL LOBE

C12353

The second largest of the four cerebral lobes, the temporal lobe is approximately twenty two percent of the total neocortical volume. The temporal lobe can be divided into two main sections: first, the neocortex, comprising its lateral and inferolateral surfaces, and its standard cerebral cortex; and, second, the mesial temporal lobe, which is sometimes referred to as the limbic lobe, and includes the hippocampus, the amygdala, and the parahippocampal gyrus. Grossly, the lobe extends superiorly to the Sylvian fissure, and posteriorly to an imaginary line, the lateral parietotemporal line, which separates the temporal lobe from the inferior parietal lobule superiorly and the occipital lobe inferiorly. The middle cranial fossa forms its anterior and inferior boundaries.

Temporal Lobe

TEMPOROMANDIBULAR JOINT

C32888

Jaw Joint;TMJ

The joint between the head of the lower mandible and the temporal bone. (NCI)

Jaw Joint

TENDON

C13045

A band of fibrous connective tissue that joins bone to muscle. (NCI)

Tendon

TENSOR FASCIA LATA MUSCLE

C53072

Tensor Fasciae Latae Muscle;TFL Muscle

A muscle of the gluteal region, in general extending from the iliac crest to the iliotibial tract of the fascia lata; primary function is to stabilize the knee in extension and in hip flexion.

Tensor Fasciae Lata

TENTORIUM CEREBELLI

C33749

A laminar extension of the dura mater that lies between, and separates, the cerebrum and the cerebellum. (NCI)

Tentorium Cerebelli

TESTIS

C12412

Testicle

The male gonad.

Testis

THALAMUS

C12459

The portion of the diencephalon forming most of each lateral wall of the third ventricle.

Thalamus

THIGH

C33763

Thigh

A part of the lower limb, located between hip and knee. (NCI)

Thigh

THIRD DIAGONAL BRANCH ARTERY

C102350

3RD DIAG;THIRD DIAGONAL BRANCH ARTERY SEGMENT

The third artery arising from the left anterior descending (LAD) artery that supplies the anterolateral wall, when counted from proximal to distal.

Third Diagonal Branch Artery

THIRD OBTUSE MARGINAL BRANCH ARTERY

C102351

3RD OM;THIRD OBTUSE MARGINAL BRANCH ARTERY SEGMENT

The third artery arising from the left circumflex artery that supplies the lateral wall, when counted from proximal to distal.

Third Obtuse Marginal Branch Artery

THIRD POSTEROLATERAL DESCENDING ARTERY

C102352

3RD LPL;THIRD POSTEROLATERAL DESCENDING ARTERY SEGMENT

In an individual with a left-dominant heart, this is the third branch that arises from the circumflex artery atrioventricular groove continuation when counted from proximal to distal. It supplies the posterolateral wall.

Third Posterolateral Descending Artery

THIRD RIGHT POSTEROLATERAL ARTERY

C102353

3RD RPL;THIRD RIGHT POSTEROLATERAL ARTERY SEGMENT

In an individual with a right-dominant heart, this is the third branch that arises from the right coronary artery distal to the right posterior descending artery, when counted from proximal to distal.

Third Right Posterolateral Artery

THORACIC AORTA

C33766

The section of the aorta between the lower border of the fourth dorsal vertebrae and the aortic opening in the diaphragm. (NCI)

Thoracic Aorta

THORACIC ARTERY

C142325

An artery that branches from the axillary artery or one of its branches, and that supplies the muscles and organs of the thorax.

Thoracic Artery

THORACIC CAVITY

C12905

The cavity enclosed by the ribs between the diaphragm and the neck.

Thoracic Cavity

THORACIC LYMPH NODE

C33769

Lymph node located in the thoracic cavity. (NCI)

Thoracic Lymph Node

THORACIC SPINE

C69315

The vertebrae of the thoracic spine, numbered one through twelve in humans.

Thoracic Spine

THORACIC VERTEBRA

C12798

Thoracic Vertebra

Any of the vertebrae situated between the cervical and lumbar vertebrae.

Thoracic Vertebra

THORAX

C12799

Thorax

The division of the body lying between the neck and the abdomen. (NCI)

Thorax

THROAT

C54272

Throat

The narrow passage from the mouth to the cavity at the back of the mouth. (NCI)

Throat

THYMUS GLAND

C12433

Thymus Gland

A primary lymphoid organ generally located in the mediastinum near the thoracic inlet and/or along lateral aspects of the neck.

Thymus Gland

THYROID GLAND ISTHMUS

C32887

The narrow, central portion of the thyroid gland that crosses the trachea anteriorly and connects the two lobes of the gland. (NCI)

Thyroid Gland Isthmus

THYROID GLAND

C12400

Endocrine gland(s) adjacent to the trachea in mammals that produce thyroxine and other hormones.

Thyroid Gland

THYROID GLAND, LEFT LOBE

C32973

Left Thyroid Gland Lobe

The cone-like lobe of the thyroid gland that is located in the left side of the trachea. (NCI)

Left Thyroid Gland Lobe

THYROID GLAND, RIGHT LOBE

C33491

Right Thyroid Gland Lobe

The cone-like lobe of the thyroid gland that is located in the right side of the trachea. (NCI)

Right Thyroid Gland Lobe

TIBIA SHAFT

C120675

The triangular prismoid, elongated bony body of the tibia.

Tibial Shaft

TIBIA

C12800

The long bone that is medial to the fibula.

Tibia

TIBIAL GROWTH PLATE

C181455

Tibial Epiphyseal Plate;Tibial Physis;Tibial Plateau Growth Plate

A layer of cartilaginous tissue located in the tibia of children and adolescents that separates the epiphysis from the metaphysis and is the site of longitudinal bone growth until skeletal maturity.

Tibial Growth Plate

TIBIAL NERVE

C52809

A branch of the sciatic nerve that divides into the medial and lateral plantar nerves, and which innervates the muscles of the crus and the skin of the tarsus.

Tibial Nerve

TIBIAL-CRURAL PERIPHERAL ARTERY

C116168

The blood vessels segment that includes the crural artery and the tibial artery.

Tibialcrural Artery

TIBIALIS ANTERIOR MUSCLE

C117874

A muscle that originates from the lateral condyle of tibia, spans the upper two-thirds of the lateral surface of the tibia, and is attached to the first cuneiform and metatarsal bones of the foot. It is a dorsiflexor of the ankle and invertor of the foot.

Tibialis Anterior Muscle

TIBIALIS POSTERIOR MUSCLE

C140526

A muscle in the lower leg, in general extending from the inner posterior borders of the tibia and fibula to the posterior tibial tendon at the posterior aspect of the medial malleolus; primary function is to stabilize the ankle, as well as invert and plantar flex the foot at the ankle.

Posterior Tibialis Muscle

TIBIO-PERONEAL TRUNK

C116182

An arterial trunk that contains parts of the posterior tibial artery and fibular artery.

Tibioperoneal Arterial Trunk

TIBIOTARSAL JOINT

C156506

The joint connecting the lower part of the tibia with the upper part of the tarsus bones, specifically articulating with the talus bone.

Tibiotarsal Joint

TOE

C33788

Toe

One of the terminal digits of the foot. (NCI)

Toe

TOENAIL

C33790

Toenail

A thin, horny translucent plate covering the end of each toe. (NCI)

Toenail

TONGUE

C12422

The muscular organ in the mouth used in taste perception and food ingestion.

Tongue

TONSIL

C12802

A secondary lymphoid tissue in the mucosa of the pharynx.

Tonsil

TOOTH CANAL

C66864

Tooth Canal

The anatomic space in the root of a tooth that contains nerves, blood vessels, and connective tissue. (NCI)

Tooth Canal

TOOTH

C12506

A hard calcified structure in the jaw; primarily used for eating.

Tooth

TRACHEA

C12428

Windpipe

The fibrocartilaginous tube extending from the larynx to the bronchi.

Trachea

TRACHEOBRONCHIAL TREE

C117875

An anatomical structure comprised of trachea, bronchi, and bronchioles that terminate with the alveolar ducts, sacs, and alveoli. (NCI)

Tracheobronchial Tree

TRANSVERSE TARSAL JOINT

C102354

Mid-Tarsal Joint

A combination of syndesmosis and synovial joints formed by the articulation of the talus with the navicular and the calcaneus with the cuboid.

Transverse Tarsal Joint

TRAPEZIAL BONE

C12857

Trapezium

A carpal bone on the thumb side of the hand that articulates with the 1st and 2nd metacarpals. (NCI)

Trapezial Bone

TRAPEZIUM-TRAPEZOID JOINT

C142326

A condyloid synovial joint within the wrist articulating the trapezium bone to the trapezoid bone.

Trapezium-Trapezoid Joint

TRAPEZIUS MUSCLE

C33809

Trapezius Muscle

One of a pair of flat, large, triangular muscles that extend from the external occipital protuberance and the medial third of the superior nuchal line of the occipital bone to the middle of the back. The trapezius muscle is involved in moving the shoulder and arm. (NCI)

Trapezius Muscle

TRAPEZOID BONE

C12859

Trapezoid Bone

A carpal bone located between the trapezium and capitate bones. (NCI)

Trapezoid Bone

TRAPEZOID-CAPITATE JOINT

C142327

A condyloid synovial joint within the wrist articulating the trapezoid bone to the capitate bone.

Trapezoid-Capitate Joint

TRIANGULAR BONE

C12858

Triquetral Bone

A carpal bone located between the lunate and pisiform bones. (NCI)

Triangular Bone

TRIANGULAR-HAMATE JOINT

C139200

Triquetral-Hamate Joint;Triquetrum-Hamate Joint

The point of articulation in the wrist between the hamate and the triquetral bones.

Triangular-Hamate Joint

TRIANGULAR-LUNATE JOINT

C139203

Triquetral-Lunate Joint;Triquetrum-Lunate Joint

The point of articulation in the wrist between the lunate and the triquetral bones.

Lunotriquetral Joint

TRICEPS BRACHII MUSCLE

C90604

A muscle of the proximal arm/forelimb, in general extending from the scapula and humerus to the olecranon of the ulna; primary function is extension of humeroulnar joint.

Triceps Brachii

TRICUSPID VALVE ANNULUS

C130047

A fibrous membrane that attaches to, and provides support for, the tricuspid valve leaflets.

Tricuspid Valve Annulus

TRICUSPID VALVE

C12805

Right Atrioventricular Valve;Tricuspid Valve

A cardiac valve located between the right atrium and ventricle.

Tricuspid Valve

TRICUSPID VALVE, ANTERIOR CUSP

C32799

The cusp of the tricuspid valve that is located between the atrioventricular orifice and the conus arteriosus.

Anterior Cusp of the Tricuspid Valve

TRICUSPID VALVE, POSTERIOR ANNULUS

C130169

The portion of the tricuspid valve annulus that attaches to both the posterior and lateral tricuspid valve leaflets.

Posterior Annulus of the Tricuspid Valve

TRICUSPID VALVE, POSTERIOR CUSP

C33055

The cusp of the tricuspid valve that is located posterior and on the margin of the right ventricle.

Posterior Cusp of the Tricuspid Valve

TRICUSPID VALVE, SEPTAL CUSP

C33534

The cusp of the tricuspid valve that is attached to the right and left fibrous trigones and the atrial and ventricular septa.

Septal Cusp of the Tricuspid Valve

TRIGEMINAL NERVE

C12806

Fifth Cranial Nerve

A cranial nerve extending from the pons, which innervates the skin, mucous membranes, and masticatory muscles of the head.

Trigeminal Nerve

TROCHANTER

C33814

Trochanter

A bony protrusion on the femoral bone to which muscles are attached. (NCI)

Trochanter

TROCHLEAR NERVE

C12808

Trochlear Nerve

The cranial nerve that controls the superior oblique muscle of the eye. (NCI)

Trochlear Nerve

TRUNK

C33816

Torso

The body excluding the head, neck and appendages.

Trunk

TUNICA INTIMA

C33820

Tunica Intima

The inner most layer of the blood vessel wall. The consistency of the intima will vary depending on the type of blood vessel, but will always have an endothelial layer with a basal lamina. It may contain collagen and elastic fibers. (NCI)

Tunica Intima

TYMPANIC MEMBRANE

C12502

Tympanic Membrane

A thin membrane that separates the external auditory canal from the middle ear.

Tympanic Membrane

ULNA SHAFT

C120676

The prismatic, elongated bony body of the ulna.

Ulnar Shaft

ULNA

C12809

The bone that contains the olecranon process, lies between the radiohumeral joint and the carpus, and is adjacent to the radius.

Ulna

ULNAR ARTERY

C12839

An artery of the forearm; in general it arises from the brachial artery just below the elbow and forms numerous branches supplying the forearm, wrist and hand.

Ulnar Artery

ULNAR NERVE

C52807

A nerve arising from spinal nerves C8, T1 and T2, which innervates the flexor muscles of the arm/forelimb and skin of the arm/forelimb and lateral manus.

Ulnar Nerve

UMBILICAL ARTERY

C33827

Either of two arteries located in the umbilical cord.

Umbilical Artery

UMBILICAL CORD

C34320

Extraembryonic structure that connects the fetus to the placenta.

Umbilical Cord

UMBILICAL VEIN

C33830

The vein located in the umbilical cord.

Umbilical Vein

UMBILICUS

C77533

Navel

The depression or scar on the abdomen that marks the former site of attachment of the umbilical cord. (NCI)

Umbilicus

UNCINATE PROCESS OF PANCREAS

C62432

Uncinate Process of Pancreas

A portion of the pancreas that extends behind the superior mesenteric artery and superior mesenteric vein. (NCI)

Uncinate Process of Pancreas

UPPER CERVICAL LYMPH NODE

C103447

A lymph node located in the upper region of the neck. (NCI)

Upper Cervical Lymph Node

UPPER RESPIRATORY SYSTEM

C33839

The sinuses and those parts of the respiratory system above the trachea. It includes the nares, nasopharynx, oropharynx, larynx, vocal cords, glottis and upper trachea.

Upper Respiratory System

UPPER URINARY SYSTEM

C142328

Upper Urinary Tract

The division of the urinary tract comprising the kidney and the ureters.

Upper Urinary System

URACHAL TRACT

C12338

A cord of fibrous tissue that extends from the urinary bladder to the umbilicus; the urachus is a remnant of the fetal urinary canal.

Urachus

URETER

C12416

The tube that extends from each kidney to the urinary bladder.

Ureter

URETERIC ORIFICE

C12337

The opening of the ureter in the bladder that is situated at the lateral angle of the trigone.

Ureteric Orifice

URETHRA

C12417

The tube that extends from the urinary bladder to the urethral opening.

Urethra

URETHRA, ANTERIOR

C61125

Anterior Portion of the Urethra

The portion of the urethra that extends from the meatus to the membranous urethra. (NCI)

Anterior Portion of the Urethra

URETHRA, PENILE

C61123

Penile Portion of the Urethra

The portion of the urethra that spans the corpus spongiosum. (NCI)

Penile Portion of the Urethra

URETHRA, POSTERIOR

C61126

Posterior Portion of the Urethra

The portion of the urethra that is located on the posterior aspect of the urogenital diaphragm. (NCI)

Posterior Portion of the Urethra

URETHRA, PROSTATIC

C13101

Prostatic Urethra

That part of the male urethra that passes through the prostate gland. (NCI)

Prostatic Urethra

URETHRAL SPHINCTER

C128573

One or both of the muscles that surround the urethra and contract to control the flow of urine, either involuntarily (the internal sphincter) or voluntarily (the external sphincter).

Urethral Sphincter

URINARY SYSTEM

C12413

Urinary System

The organs involved in the creation and excretion of urine. (NCI)

Urinary System

UTERINE ARTERY

C142329

An artery that arises most often as a branch of the anterior division of the internal iliac artery; it continues medially in the pelvis within the base of the broad ligament, to the exterior surface of the uterus where it branches into the descending, transverse, and ascending divisions, which further branch into the following: the helicine branches that supply the uterus; the vaginal branch, which anastomoses with the vaginal artery to supply the vagina; the ovarian branch, which anastomoses with ovarian artery to supply the ovaries; and the tubal branch that supplies the fallopian tubes.

Uterine Artery

UTERINE HORN

C161570

The portion of the uterus that connects the oviduct to the corpus uteri.

Uterine Horn

UTERINE LIGAMENT

C61360

Any of the ligaments attached to the uterus, which may include the anterior, posterior, lateral, sacro-uterine, and round ligaments.

Uterine Ligament

UTERINE WALL

C13039

Uterus Wall

The tissue that forms the wall of the uterus.

Female Reproductive System Part

UTERUS

C12405

Womb

A hollow muscular organ within which the fertilized egg implants and the embryo/fetus develops during pregnancy.

Uterus

UVEA

C12811

Uvea

The pigmented layer of the eyeball between the tough, white outer coat of the eye and the retina. (NCI)

Uvea

VAGINA

C12407

Vagina

The female genital canal, extending from the uterus to the vulva. (NCI)

Vagina

VAGINAL WALL

C161377

The tissue layers that enclose the vaginal canal. (NCI)

Vaginal Wall

VAGUS NERVE

C12812

Tenth Cranial Nerve

A cranial nerve arising from the medulla oblongata, which provides efferent parasympathetic innervation to tissues and viscera in the neck, thorax and abdomen; it also includes somatic and visceral afferent nerve fibers.

Vagus Nerve

VAS DEFERENS

C12813

Ductus Deferens

A duct carrying spermatozoa from the epididymides to the urethra.

Vas Deferens

VASTUS INTERMEDIUS MUSCLE

C117876

A muscle in the quadriceps femoris muscle group between the vastus lateralis and vastus medialis deep to the rectus femoris; primary function is the extension of the femorotibial joint.

Vastus Intermedius Muscle

VASTUS LATERALIS MUSCLE

C53073

A muscle in the quadriceps femoris muscle group lateral to the vastus intermedius; primary function is the extension of the femorotibial joint.

Vastus Lateralis

VASTUS MEDIALIS MUSCLE

C117736

A muscle in the quadriceps femoris muscle group medial to the vastus intermedius; primary function is the extension of the femorotibial joint.

Vastus Medialis Muscle

VEIN

C12814

Vein

A blood vessel that carries blood towards the heart.

Vein

VENA CAVA

C12817

The two major veins (caudal or cranial) that carry deoxygenated blood from the body and drain into the right atrium of the heart.

Vena Cava

VENOUS SINUS

C12877

An endothelium-lined passageway or channel that drains venous blood.

Venous Sinus

VERTEBRA

C33868

Vertebra;Vertebral Bone

One of the bones that make up the vertebral column.

Vertebral Bone

VERTEBRAL ARTERY

C12819

The first branch of the subclavian artery that ascends both sides of the neck and merges at the middle line to form the basilar artery at the level of the pons.

Vertebral Artery

VERTEBRAL COLUMN

C12998

Vertebral Column

The series of vertebrae and other tissues extending from the skull to the last tailbone.

Vertebral Column

VESICOURETERIC JUNCTION

C106202

Ureterovesical Junction;UVJ;VUJ

The area where the ureter joins to the urinary bladder.

Ureterovesical Junction

VESTIBULOCOCHLEAR NERVE

C12996

The eighth cranial nerve.

Vestibulocochlear Nerve

VOCAL CORD

C12822

Vocal Cord

A pair of small bands of muscle that stretch from the thyroid cartilage in front to the arytenoid cartilage in back of the larynx. The vocal cords help prevent food entering the lungs and produce sound through vibration. (NCI)

Vocal Cord

VOMER

C33888

Vomer

A thin, paired or unpaired, trapezoidal bone of the skull located in the floor of the nasal cavity. The vomer forms the posterior and inferior parts of the nasal septum. (NCI)

Vomer

VULVA

C12408

The external, visible part of the female genitalia surrounding the urethral and vaginal opening(s).

Vulva

VULVOVAGINAL REGION

C94529

The body region comprising the vulva and vagina.

Vulvovaginal Region

WAIST

C64192

Waist

The abdominal circumference at the navel. (NCI)

Waist

WALDEYER'S TONSILLAR RING

C73468

The ring of lymphoid tissue located in the pharynx, consisting of the pharyngeal, tubal, palatine, and lingual tonsils. (NCI)

Waldeyer Ring

WARDS TRIANGLE

C122161

An area of low density in the femoral neck, as seen by radiography, which is bounded by the principle compressive, secondary compressive and primary tensile trabeculae.

Ward's Triangle

WHISKERS

C186144

Vibrissa;Vibrissae;Whisker

Stiff sensory hairs that project outward from the snout.

Whiskers

WRIST JOINT EXTENSOR MUSCLES

C166003

A group of muscles in the upper extremity, the extensor carpi radialis longus, extensor carpi radialis brevis, extensor digitorum, extensor digiti minimi, extensor carpi ulnaris, extensor indicis, extensor pollicis longus, extensor pollicis brevis, and abductor pollicis longus muscles; primary function is extension and abduction of the wrist and extension of the fingers.

Wrist Joint Extensor Muscles

WRIST JOINT EXTENSOR TENDONS

C161386

The tendons located along the back part of the forearm that cross to the thumb side of the wrist and connect muscles of the forearm to the base of hand bones, enabling extension of the wrist. (NCI)

Wrist Joint Extensor Tendons

WRIST JOINT FLEXOR MUSCLES

C166004

A group of muscles in the upper extremity, the flexor carpi radialis, palmaris longus, flexor carpi ulnaris, flexor digitorum superficialis, flexor digitorum profundus, and flexor pollicis longus muscles; primary function is flexion, adduction, and abduction of the wrist, and flexion and adduction of the fingers.

Wrist Joint Flexor Muscles

WRIST JOINT FLEXOR TENDONS

C161385

The tendons located along the inside of the forearm that cross at the wrist and connect muscles of the forearm to wrist and hand bones, enabling flexion of the wrist. (NCI)

Wrist Joint Flexor Tendons

WRIST JOINT

C33894

Radiocarpal Joint;Wrist

A joint between the distal end of the radius and the proximal row of carpal bones. (NCI)

Wrist Joint

XIPHOID PROCESS

C33895

Xiphoid Process

The cartilage just below the sternal body. (NCI)

Xiphoid Process

ZYGOMATIC BONE

C187837

Cheekbone;Malar Bone;Zygomatic Buttress

A bone of the eye socket that articulates with the maxilla, the temporal bone, the sphenoid bone and the frontal bone, to form the prominence of the cheek.

Zygomatic Bone

BACTERIA

C14187

Bacterium;Eubacteria

Any organism assigned to the kingdom Bacteria.

Bacteria

FUNGUS

C14209

Any organism assigned to the kingdom Fungi.

Fungus

VIRUS

C14283

Any infectious agent assigned to the superkingdom Virus.

Virus

CUTANEOUS IRRADIATION

C161507

A procedure involving irradiation of a specific, limited area of the skin.

Focal Cutaneous Irradiation

LUNG WITH HEART-SHIELDED IRRADIATION

C161510

A procedure involving irradiation of the whole lung while the heart is covered and protected from radiation exposure.

Lung with Heart Shielded Irradiation

SINGLE LUNG IRRADIATION

C161509

A procedure involving irradiation of a single lung.

Single Lung Irradiation

TOP-UP MODEL IRRADIATON

C161506

Top-Off Model Irradiation

A procedure involving irradiation of the whole body either before or after irradiation at a focal site.

Top-Up Model Irradiation

TOTAL ABDOMINAL IRRADIATION

C51991

WAI;Whole Abdominal Irradiation

A procedure involving irradiation of the entire abdominal region.

Whole-Abdominal Irradiation

TOTAL BODY IRRADIATION PLUS BONE MARROW TRANSPLANT

C161505

A procedure involving irradiation of the whole body followed by bone marrow transplant.

Total Body Irradiation Plus Bone Marrow Transplant

TOTAL BODY IRRADIATION WITH BONE MARROW NOT IRRADIATED

C161511

A procedure involving irradiation of the whole body while a proportion of bone marrow is not irradiated, i.e., shielded or removed from field.

Total Body Irradiation with Bone Marrow Not Irradiated

TOTAL BODY IRRADIATION

C15350

TBI;Whole Body Irradiation

A procedure involving irradiation of the whole body.

Total-Body Irradiation

WHOLE LUNG IRRADIATION

C161508

Bilateral Lungs Irradiation;Right and Left Lung Irradiation;TLI;Total Lung Irradiation;Whole Thorax Lung Irradiation;WLI;WTLI

A procedure involving irradiation of the whole lung.

Right and Left Lung Irradiation

CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM

C35552

Symptoms, physical examination results, and/or laboratory test results related to the cardiovascular system. (NCI)

Cardiovascular System Finding

ENDOCRINE SYSTEM

C36285

Symptoms, physical examination results, and/or laboratory test results related to the endocrine system. (NCI)

Endocrine System Finding

GASTROINTESTINAL SYSTEM

C36279

Symptoms, physical examination results, and/or laboratory test results related to the gastrointestinal system. (NCI)

Digestive System Finding

HEMATOPOIETIC SYSTEM

C36289

Symptoms, physical examination results, and/or laboratory test results related to the hematopoietic system. (NCI)

Hematopoietic System Finding

IMMUNE SYSTEM

C39723

Symptoms, physical examination results, and/or laboratory test results related to the immune system. (NCI)

Immune System Finding

INTEGUMENTARY SYSTEM

C36281

Symptoms, physical examination results, and/or laboratory test results related to the integumentary system. (NCI)

Integumentary System Finding

MUSCULOSKELETAL SYSTEM

C36288

Symptoms, physical examination results, and/or laboratory test results related to the musculoskeletal system, also including connective and soft tissue.

Connective and Soft Tissue Finding

NERVOUS SYSTEM

C36280

Symptoms, physical examination results, and/or laboratory test results related to the nervous system. (NCI)

Nervous System Finding

REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM

C36284

Symptoms, physical examination results, and/or laboratory test results related to the reproductive system. (NCI)

Reproductive System Finding

RESPIRATORY SYSTEM

C45233

Symptoms, physical examination results, and/or laboratory test results related to the respiratory system. (NCI)

Respiratory System Finding

SPECIAL SENSES SYSTEM

C36283

Symptoms, physical examination results, and/or laboratory test results related to the organs of special sense. (NCI)

Eye and Ear Finding

URINARY SYSTEM

C36286

Symptoms, physical examination results, and/or laboratory test results related to the urinary system.

Urinary System Finding

BWGAIN

C62754

Body Weight Gain

A change in overall body weight, relative to the beginning of the collection period.

Weight Gain

BWGAINA

C90363

Average Body Weight Gain

The mean value of the amount of weight change over a period of time, relative to the beginning of the collection period.

Average Body Weight Gain

BWGAINGU

C124476

Gravid Uterus Adjusted Body Weight Gain

The amount of maternal body weight gained over a period of time where the weight at the end of the interval is adjusted for the gravid uterus weight. This is derived by subtracting the maternal body weight adjusted for the gravid uterus from the total maternal body weight.

Gravid Uterus Adjusted Maternal Body Weight Gain

BWGAINP

C90434

Percentage Body Weight Gain

The amount of weight change over a period of time in relation to the total weight, relative to the beginning of the collection period.

Percentage Body Weight Gain

Average Body Weight Gain

C90363

Average Body Weight Gain

The mean value of the amount of weight change over a period of time, relative to the beginning of the collection period.

Average Body Weight Gain

Body Weight Gain

C62754

Body Weight Gain

A change in overall body weight, relative to the beginning of the collection period.

Weight Gain

Gravid Uterus Adjusted Body Weight Gain

C124476

Gravid Uterus Adjusted Body Weight Gain

The amount of maternal body weight gained over a period of time where the weight at the end of the interval is adjusted for the gravid uterus weight. This is derived by subtracting the maternal body weight adjusted for the gravid uterus from the total maternal body weight.

Gravid Uterus Adjusted Maternal Body Weight Gain

Percentage Body Weight Gain

C90434

Percentage Body Weight Gain

The amount of weight change over a period of time in relation to the total weight, relative to the beginning of the collection period.

Percentage Body Weight Gain

BW

C81328

Body Weight

The weight of a subject. (NCI)

Body Weight

BWADJGU

C124477

Gravid Uterus Adjusted Body Weight

The maternal body weight adjusted for the weight of the gravid uterus. This is derived by subtracting the gravid uterus weight from the total maternal body weight.

Gravid Uterus Adjusted Maternal Body Weight

TERMBW

C90464

Terminal Body Weight

The weight of a subject at a specified end point. (NCI)

Terminal Body Weight

Body Weight

C81328

Body Weight

The weight of a subject. (NCI)

Body Weight

Gravid Uterus Adjusted Body Weight

C124477

Gravid Uterus Adjusted Body Weight

The maternal body weight adjusted for the weight of the gravid uterus. This is derived by subtracting the gravid uterus weight from the total maternal body weight.

Gravid Uterus Adjusted Maternal Body Weight

Terminal Body Weight

C90464

Terminal Body Weight

The weight of a subject at a specified end point. (NCI)

Terminal Body Weight

CAGE OBSERVATION

C166103

An observation made on the contents of the housing environment (e.g., presence of blood, fecal abnormality), excluding observations made on the animal(s).

Cage Observation

CLINICAL SIGNS

C100104

Clinical Signs

Objective evidence of disease perceptible to the examiner (sign) and subjective evidence of disease perceived by the subject (symptom).

Sign or Symptom

DERMAL

C25478

Dermal

Of or relating to or located in the dermis. When used in the context of clinical observations, dermal may also include findings related to other components of the skin.

Dermal

OPHTHALMOLOGY

C16939

Ophthalmology

A medical specialty concerned with the structure and function of the eye and the medical and surgical treatment of its defects and diseases. (NCI)

Ophthalmology

PHYSICAL EXAM

C20989

Physical Exam

A systemic evaluation of the body and its functions using visual inspection, palpation, percussion and auscultation.

Physical Examination

QUALITATIVE FOOD CONSUMPTION

C129003

A qualitative or semi-quantitative measurement of a subject's nutritional intake.

Qualitative Food Consumption

QUALITATIVE WATER CONSUMPTION

C198402

A qualitative or semi-quantitative measurement of a subject's water intake.

Qualitative Water Consumption

DEFINE-XML 1.0

C178063

The 1.0 version of the Clinical Data Interchange specifications Consortium (CDISC) Define-XML specification.

CDISC Define-XML Version 1.0

DEFINE-XML 2.0

C178062

The 2.0 version of the Clinical Data Interchange specifications Consortium (CDISC) Define-XML specification.

CDISC Define-XML Version 2.0

DEFINE-XML 2.1

C178061

The 2.1 version of the Clinical Data Interchange Standards Consortium (CDISC) Define-XML specification.

CDISC Define-XML Version 2.1

BIOLOGICAL

C158325

A challenge agent comprising an organism or infectious agent.

Biological Challenge Agent

CHEMICAL

C158326

A challenge agent comprising a non-radioactive chemical or elemental substance; this category includes biotoxins.

Chemical Challenge Agent

RADIOLOGICAL/NUCLEAR

C158327

Rad/Nuc

A challenge agent that emits ionizing radiation.

Radiological/Nuclear Challenge Agent

BABIOVRN

C158303

Biological Agent Biovar Name

Identifying biovar name of the biological challenge agent.

Biological Agent Biovar Name

BACAT

C158308

Biological Agent Category

A general classification of the biological challenge agent used in the study.

Biological Agent Type

BACOAIND

C158307

Biological Agent Certificate of Analysis Indicator;Biological Agent CoA Indicator

An indication as to whether a certificate of analysis exists for the biological challenge agent.

Biological Agent Certificate of Analysis Indicator

BAENGIND

C158306

Biological Agent Engineered Indicator

An indication as to whether the biological challenge agent is engineered rather than naturally occurring.

Biological Agent Engineered Indicator

BAGENSPC

C158309

Biological Agent Genus and Species

The genus and species of the biological challenge agent used in the study.

Biological Agent Genus and Species

BAMBSSDS

C158310

Bio Master Bank or Seed Stock Dir Supp;Bio Master Bank or Seed Stock Direct Supplier

The name of the direct supplier of the master bank or seed stock of organisms from which the biological challenge agent came.

Master Bank or Seed Stock Immediate Supplier

BAMTIDCD

C158311

Biological Agent Material Ident Code

The unique identifier code assigned by the manufacturer or distributor to a specific quantity of biological challenge agent. This may include batch number, lot number, spore lot number, batch/lot number, etc.

Material Identification Code

BANSIND

C158312

Biological Agent Nucleotide Sequence Ind;Biological Agent Nucleotide Sequence Indicator

An indication as to whether the genetic sequence of the biological challenge agent has been determined.

Biological Agent Nucleotide Sequence Indicator

BANSLOC

C158313

Biological Agent Nucleotide Sequence Loc;Biological Agent Nucleotide Sequence Location

The reference, citation, or database location of the nucleotide sequence for the biological challenge agent.

Biological Agent Nucleotide Sequence Location

BASEROVN

C158304

Biological Agent Serovar Name

Identifying serovar name of the biological challenge agent.

Biological Agent Serovar Name

BASTRNN

C158305

Biological Agent Strain Name

Identifying strain name of the biological challenge agent.

Biological Agent Strain Name

BIRRMDL

C161499

Body Irradiation Model

A description of the area or extent of the body that is exposed to radiation, which may include information about the body part that is irradiated and procedures that may be done in conjunction with the radiation.

Body Irradiation Model

BWBPSIND

C158314

Bio Ag Work Bank/Primary Stock Char Ind;Biological Working Bank or Primary Stock Characterized Indicator

An indication as to whether the primary molecular and biological characteristics of the working bank or primary stock were confirmed.

Working Bank or Primary Stock Characterized Indicator

CAGTCAT

C158298

Challenge Agent Category

A general classification of the challenge agent used in the study.

Challenge Agent Category

CAGTSUPA

C158302

Challenge Agent Supplier Address

The geographic location of the person, company, organization, or institution that supplied the challenge agent used in the study.

Challenge Agent Supplier Address

CAGTSUPN

C158301

Challenge Agent Supplier Name

The name of the person, company, organization, or institution that supplied the challenge agent used in the study.

Challenge Agent Supplier Name

CHAGCAS

C158316

Chemical Agent CAS Number

The unique numerical identifier assigned by the Chemical Abstract Service (CAS), a division of the American Chemical Society, to the chemical challenge agent used in the study.

Chemical Agent CAS Number

CHAGNAM

C158315

Chemical Agent Name

The name of the chemical challenge agent used in the study.

Chemical Challenge Agent Name

CHAMCIND

C158317

Chemical Ag Metabolite Causes Injury Ind;Chemical Agent Metabolite Causes Injury Indicator

An indication as to whether a metabolite of the chemical challenge agent is known to cause or contribute to the injury or condition of interest.

Challenge Agent Metabolite Caused Injury Indicator

CHCOAIND

C161503

Chemical Agent CoA Indicator

An indication as to whether a certificate of analysis exists for the chemical challenge agent.

Chemical Agent Certificate of Analysis Indicator

CHMTIDCD

C161504

Chemical Agent Material Ident Code;Chemical Agent Material Identification Code

The unique identifier code assigned by the manufacturer or distributor to a specific quantity of chemical challenge agent. This may include batch number, lot number, batch/lot number, etc.

Chemical Agent Material Identification Code

CIRNRIND

C163571

Combined Injury (Rad and Non-Rad) Ind;Combined Injury (Radiation and Non-Radiation) Indicator

An indication as to whether the radiation injury is combined with infectious, physical, thermal, and/or chemical trauma.

Radiation Combined Injury Indicator

EORNINJR

C161502

Exp Onset of Rad/Nuc Targeted Injury;Expected Onset of Rad/Nuc Targeted Injury

The relative timing of the expected onset of the targeted injury, with respect to radiation exposure.

Expected Onset of Rad/Nuc Targeted Injury

IRORSEQ

C163572

Irradiation Field Orientation/Sequence

A description of the irradiation field as it pertains to orientation to the body and, when appropriate, the sequencing of exposure(s).

Irradiation Field Orientation Sequence

MCCATIND

C158299

Multiple Challenge Agent Category Ind;Multiple Challenge Agent Category Indicator

An indication as to whether the animal was challenged with agents from more than one challenge agent category.

Multiple Challenge Agent Different Category Indicator

MCSCTIND

C158300

Multiple Challenge Agent Same Cat Ind;Multiple Challenge Agent Same Category Indicator

An indication as to whether the animal was challenged with more than one agent from a single challenge agent category.

Multiple Challenge Agent Same Category Indicator

PCTBMNIR

C161500

Percent Bone Marrow Not Irradiated

The proportion of bone marrow that is not irradiated, i.e., shielded or removed from field.

Percent Bone Marrow Shielded

RNAIOTYP

C158319

Rad/Nuc Agent Ionizing Radiation Type

The form of ionizing radiation that is emitted by the rad/nuc agent source.

Radiological/Nuclear Agent Ionizing Radiation Type

RNAISBS

C158320

Rad/Nuc Agent Irrad Source Beam Strength;Rad/Nuc Agent Irradiation Source Beam Strength

The energy of the irradiation beam produced by the source.

Radiological/Nuclear Agent Irradiation Source Beam Strength

RNAMFIND

C158321

Rad/Nuc Agent Mixed Field Indicator

An indication as to whether there is more than one type of ionizing radiation associated with the rad/nuc challenge.

Challenge Agent Type Mixed Field Indicator

RNARADSN

C158322

Rad/Nuc Agent Radioisotope Species Name

The literal identifier of the radioisotope, specified as the symbol of the chemical element followed by the mass number.

Radioisotope Species Name

RNASRC

C158318

Rad/Nuc Agent Source

The mode by which the radiological or nuclear challenge agent is delivered to the subject.

Radiological/Nuclear Challenge Agent Source Type

RNTINJRM

C161501

Rad/Nuc Targeted Injury Model

The type of radiation injury that is being induced in the animal.

Rad/Nuc Targeted Injury Model

Bio Ag Master Bank/Seed Stock Dir Supp

C158310

Bio Master Bank or Seed Stock Dir Supp;Bio Master Bank or Seed Stock Direct Supplier

The name of the direct supplier of the master bank or seed stock of organisms from which the biological challenge agent came.

Master Bank or Seed Stock Immediate Supplier

Bio Ag Work Bank/Primary Stock Char Ind

C158314

Bio Ag Work Bank/Primary Stock Char Ind;Biological Working Bank or Primary Stock Characterized Indicator

An indication as to whether the primary molecular and biological characteristics of the working bank or primary stock were confirmed.

Working Bank or Primary Stock Characterized Indicator

Biological Agent Biovar Name

C158303

Biological Agent Biovar Name

Identifying biovar name of the biological challenge agent.

Biological Agent Biovar Name

Biological Agent Category

C158308

Biological Agent Category

A general classification of the biological challenge agent used in the study.

Biological Agent Type

Biological Agent CoA Indicator

C158307

Biological Agent Certificate of Analysis Indicator;Biological Agent CoA Indicator

An indication as to whether a certificate of analysis exists for the biological challenge agent.

Biological Agent Certificate of Analysis Indicator

Biological Agent Engineered Indicator

C158306

Biological Agent Engineered Indicator

An indication as to whether the biological challenge agent is engineered rather than naturally occurring.

Biological Agent Engineered Indicator

Biological Agent Genus and Species

C158309

Biological Agent Genus and Species

The genus and species of the biological challenge agent used in the study.

Biological Agent Genus and Species

Biological Agent Material Ident Code

C158311

Biological Agent Material Ident Code

The unique identifier code assigned by the manufacturer or distributor to a specific quantity of biological challenge agent. This may include batch number, lot number, spore lot number, batch/lot number, etc.

Material Identification Code

Biological Agent Nucleotide Sequence Ind

C158312

Biological Agent Nucleotide Sequence Ind;Biological Agent Nucleotide Sequence Indicator

An indication as to whether the genetic sequence of the biological challenge agent has been determined.

Biological Agent Nucleotide Sequence Indicator

Biological Agent Nucleotide Sequence Loc

C158313

Biological Agent Nucleotide Sequence Loc;Biological Agent Nucleotide Sequence Location

The reference, citation, or database location of the nucleotide sequence for the biological challenge agent.

Biological Agent Nucleotide Sequence Location

Biological Agent Serovar Name

C158304

Biological Agent Serovar Name

Identifying serovar name of the biological challenge agent.

Biological Agent Serovar Name

Biological Agent Strain Name

C158305

Biological Agent Strain Name

Identifying strain name of the biological challenge agent.

Biological Agent Strain Name

Body Irradiation Model

C161499

Body Irradiation Model

A description of the area or extent of the body that is exposed to radiation, which may include information about the body part that is irradiated and procedures that may be done in conjunction with the radiation.

Body Irradiation Model

Challenge Agent Category

C158298

Challenge Agent Category

A general classification of the challenge agent used in the study.

Challenge Agent Category

Challenge Agent Supplier Address

C158302

Challenge Agent Supplier Address

The geographic location of the person, company, organization, or institution that supplied the challenge agent used in the study.

Challenge Agent Supplier Address

Challenge Agent Supplier Name

C158301

Challenge Agent Supplier Name

The name of the person, company, organization, or institution that supplied the challenge agent used in the study.

Challenge Agent Supplier Name

Chemical Ag Metabolite Causes Injury Ind

C158317

Chemical Ag Metabolite Causes Injury Ind;Chemical Agent Metabolite Causes Injury Indicator

An indication as to whether a metabolite of the chemical challenge agent is known to cause or contribute to the injury or condition of interest.

Challenge Agent Metabolite Caused Injury Indicator

Chemical Agent CAS Number

C158316

Chemical Agent CAS Number

The unique numerical identifier assigned by the Chemical Abstract Service (CAS), a division of the American Chemical Society, to the chemical challenge agent used in the study.

Chemical Agent CAS Number

Chemical Agent CoA Indicator

C161503

Chemical Agent CoA Indicator

An indication as to whether a certificate of analysis exists for the chemical challenge agent.

Chemical Agent Certificate of Analysis Indicator

Chemical Agent Material Ident Code

C161504

Chemical Agent Material Ident Code;Chemical Agent Material Identification Code

The unique identifier code assigned by the manufacturer or distributor to a specific quantity of chemical challenge agent. This may include batch number, lot number, batch/lot number, etc.

Chemical Agent Material Identification Code

Chemical Agent Name

C158315

Chemical Agent Name

The name of the chemical challenge agent used in the study.

Chemical Challenge Agent Name

Combined Injury (Rad and Non-Rad) Ind

C163571

Combined Injury (Rad and Non-Rad) Ind;Combined Injury (Radiation and Non-Radiation) Indicator

An indication as to whether the radiation injury is combined with infectious, physical, thermal, and/or chemical trauma.

Radiation Combined Injury Indicator

Exp Onset of Rad/Nuc Targeted Injury

C161502

Exp Onset of Rad/Nuc Targeted Injury;Expected Onset of Rad/Nuc Targeted Injury

The relative timing of the expected onset of the targeted injury, with respect to radiation exposure.

Expected Onset of Rad/Nuc Targeted Injury

Irradiation Field Orientation/Sequence

C163572

Irradiation Field Orientation/Sequence

A description of the irradiation field as it pertains to orientation to the body and, when appropriate, the sequencing of exposure(s).

Irradiation Field Orientation Sequence

Multiple Challenge Agent Category Ind

C158299

Multiple Challenge Agent Category Ind;Multiple Challenge Agent Category Indicator

An indication as to whether the animal was challenged with agents from more than one challenge agent category.

Multiple Challenge Agent Different Category Indicator

Multiple Challenge Agent Same Cat Ind

C158300

Multiple Challenge Agent Same Cat Ind;Multiple Challenge Agent Same Category Indicator

An indication as to whether the animal was challenged with more than one agent from a single challenge agent category.

Multiple Challenge Agent Same Category Indicator

Percent Bone Marrow Not Irradiated

C161500

Percent Bone Marrow Not Irradiated

The proportion of bone marrow that is not irradiated, i.e., shielded or removed from field.

Percent Bone Marrow Shielded

Rad/Nuc Agent Ionizing Radiation Type

C158319

Rad/Nuc Agent Ionizing Radiation Type

The form of ionizing radiation that is emitted by the rad/nuc agent source.

Radiological/Nuclear Agent Ionizing Radiation Type

Rad/Nuc Agent Irrad Source Beam Strength

C158320

Rad/Nuc Agent Irrad Source Beam Strength;Rad/Nuc Agent Irradiation Source Beam Strength

The energy of the irradiation beam produced by the source.

Radiological/Nuclear Agent Irradiation Source Beam Strength

Rad/Nuc Agent Mixed Field Indicator

C158321

Rad/Nuc Agent Mixed Field Indicator

An indication as to whether there is more than one type of ionizing radiation associated with the rad/nuc challenge.

Challenge Agent Type Mixed Field Indicator

Rad/Nuc Agent Radioisotope Species Name

C158322

Rad/Nuc Agent Radioisotope Species Name

The literal identifier of the radioisotope, specified as the symbol of the chemical element followed by the mass number.

Radioisotope Species Name

Rad/Nuc Agent Source

C158318

Rad/Nuc Agent Source

The mode by which the radiological or nuclear challenge agent is delivered to the subject.

Radiological/Nuclear Challenge Agent Source Type

Rad/Nuc Targeted Injury Model

C161501

Rad/Nuc Targeted Injury Model

The type of radiation injury that is being induced in the animal.

Rad/Nuc Targeted Injury Model

A-230

C163573

A230

The fourth-generation (also known as Novichok or A series) nerve agent A-230.

A-230

A-232

C163574

A232

The fourth-generation (also known as Novichok or A series) nerve agent A-232.

A-232

A-234

C163575

A234

The fourth-generation (also known as Novichok or A series) nerve agent A-234.

A-234

ABRIN

C163576

The biotoxin abrin.

Abrin

ACEPHATE

C163577

The organophosphorus agent acephate.

Acephate

ALDICARB

C163578

The carbamate agent aldicarb.

Aldicarb

ALPHA-CONOTOXIN AC1.1A

C163579

Alpha-Ac1.1a

The biotoxin alpha-conotoxin Ac1.1a.

Alpha-Conotoxin Ac1.1A

ALPHA-CONOTOXIN CNIA

C163580

Alpha-CnIA

The biotoxin alpha-conotoxin CnIA.

Alpha-Conotoxin CnIA

ALPHA-CONOTOXIN CNIB

C163581

Alpha-CnIB

The biotoxin alpha-conotoxin CnIB.

Alpha-Conotoxin CnIB

ALPHA-CONOTOXIN GI

C163582

Alpha-GI

The biotoxin alpha-conotoxin GI.

Alpha-Conotoxin GI

ALPHA-CONOTOXIN GIA

C163583

Alpha-GIA

The biotoxin alpha-conotoxin GIA.

Alpha-Conotoxin GIA

ALPHA-CONOTOXIN MI

C163584

Alpha-MI

The biotoxin alpha-conotoxin MI.

Alpha-Conotoxin MI

AMINOCARB

C163585

The carbamate agent aminocarb.

Aminocarb

AMMONIA

C76698

The chemical agent ammonia.

Ammonia

ARSENIC

C28131

The metal agent arsenic.

Arsenic

ARSINE

C163586

The chemical agent arsine.

Arsine

AZAMETHIPHOS

C73323

The organophosphorus agent azamethiphos.

Azamethiphos

AZINPHOS-ETHYL

C163587

The organophosphorus agent azinphos-ethyl.

Azinphos-Ethyl

AZINPHOS-METHYL

C163588

The organophosphorus agent azinphos-methyl.

Azinphos-Methyl

BARIUM

C61475

The metal agent barium.

Barium

BENDIOCARB

C163589

The carbamate agent bendiocarb.

Bendiocarb

BENFURACARB

C163590

The carbamate agent benfuracarb.

Benfuracarb

BOTULINUM NEUROTOXIN A1

C163591

BoNT/A1;Clostridium botulinum Toxin A1

The biotoxin botulinum neurotoxin A1.

Botulinum Toxin Type A1

BOTULINUM NEUROTOXIN A2

C163592

BoNT/A2;Clostridium botulinum Toxin A2

The biotoxin botulinum neurotoxin A2.

Botulinum Toxin Type A2

BOTULINUM NEUROTOXIN A3

C163593

BoNT/A3;Clostridium botulinum Toxin A3

The biotoxin botulinum neurotoxin A3.

Botulinum Toxin Type A3

BOTULINUM NEUROTOXIN A4

C163594

BoNT/A4;Clostridium botulinum Toxin A4

The biotoxin botulinum neurotoxin A4.

Botulinum Toxin Type A4

BOTULINUM NEUROTOXIN A5

C163595

BoNT/A5;Clostridium botulinum Toxin A5

The biotoxin botulinum neurotoxin A5.

Botulinum Toxin Type A5

BOTULINUM NEUROTOXIN A6

C163596

BoNT/A6;Clostridium botulinum Toxin A6

The biotoxin botulinum neurotoxin A6.

Botulinum Toxin Type A6

BOTULINUM NEUROTOXIN A7

C163597

BoNT/A7;Clostridium botulinum Toxin A7

The biotoxin botulinum neurotoxin A7.

Botulinum Toxin Type A7

BOTULINUM NEUROTOXIN A8

C163598

BoNT/A8;Clostridium botulinum Toxin A8

The biotoxin botulinum neurotoxin A8.

Botulinum Toxin Type A8

BOTULINUM NEUROTOXIN B1

C163599

BoNT/B1;Clostridium botulinum Toxin B1

The biotoxin botulinum neurotoxin B1.

Botulinum Toxin Type B1

BOTULINUM NEUROTOXIN B2

C163600

BoNT/B2;Clostridium botulinum Toxin B2

The biotoxin botulinum neurotoxin B2.

Botulinum Toxin Type B2

BOTULINUM NEUROTOXIN B3

C163601

BoNT/B3;Clostridium botulinum Toxin B3

The biotoxin botulinum neurotoxin B3.

Botulinum Toxin Type B3

BOTULINUM NEUROTOXIN B4

C163602

BoNT/B4;Clostridium botulinum Toxin B4

The biotoxin botulinum neurotoxin B4.

Botulinum Toxin Type B4

BOTULINUM NEUROTOXIN B5

C163603

BoNT/B5;Clostridium botulinum Toxin B5

The biotoxin botulinum neurotoxin B5.

Botulinum Toxin Type B5

BOTULINUM NEUROTOXIN B6

C163604

BoNT/B6;Clostridium botulinum Toxin B6

The biotoxin botulinum neurotoxin B6.

Botulinum Toxin Type B6

BOTULINUM NEUROTOXIN B7

C163605

BoNT/B7;Clostridium botulinum Toxin B7

The biotoxin botulinum neurotoxin B7.

Botulinum Toxin Type B7

BOTULINUM NEUROTOXIN B8

C163606

BoNT/B8;Clostridium botulinum Toxin B8

The biotoxin botulinum neurotoxin B8.

Botulinum Toxin Type B8

BOTULINUM NEUROTOXIN C1

C163607

BoNT/C1;Clostridium botulinum Toxin C1

The biotoxin botulinum neurotoxin C1.

Botulinum Toxin Type C1

BOTULINUM NEUROTOXIN CD

C163608

BoNT/CD;Clostridium botulinum Toxin CD

The biotoxin botulinum neurotoxin CD.

Botulinum Toxin Type Cd

BOTULINUM NEUROTOXIN D

C163035

BoNT/D;Clostridium botulinum Toxin D

The biotoxin botulinum neurotoxin D.

Botulinum Toxin Type D

BOTULINUM NEUROTOXIN DC

C163609

BoNT/DC;Clostridium botulinum Toxin DC

The biotoxin botulinum neurotoxin DC.

Botulinum Toxin Type Dc

BOTULINUM NEUROTOXIN E1

C163610

BoNT/E1;Clostridium botulinum Toxin E1

The biotoxin botulinum neurotoxin E1.

Botulinum Toxin Type E1

BOTULINUM NEUROTOXIN E10

C163611

BoNT/E10;Clostridium botulinum Toxin E10

The biotoxin botulinum neurotoxin E10.

Botulinum Toxin Type E10

BOTULINUM NEUROTOXIN E11

C163612

BoNT/E11;Clostridium botulinum Toxin E11

The biotoxin botulinum neurotoxin E11.

Botulinum Toxin Type E11

BOTULINUM NEUROTOXIN E12

C163613

BoNT/E12;Clostridium botulinum Toxin E12

The biotoxin botulinum neurotoxin E12.

Botulinum Toxin Type E12

BOTULINUM NEUROTOXIN E2

C163614

BoNT/E2;Clostridium botulinum Toxin E2

The biotoxin botulinum neurotoxin E2.

Botulinum Toxin Type E2

BOTULINUM NEUROTOXIN E3

C163615

BoNT/E3;Clostridium botulinum Toxin E3

The biotoxin botulinum neurotoxin E3.

Botulinum Toxin Type E3

BOTULINUM NEUROTOXIN E4

C163616

BoNT/E4;Clostridium botulinum Toxin E4

The biotoxin botulinum neurotoxin E4.

Botulinum Toxin Type E4

BOTULINUM NEUROTOXIN E5

C163617

BoNT/E5;Clostridium botulinum Toxin E5

The biotoxin botulinum neurotoxin E5.

Botulinum Toxin Type E5

BOTULINUM NEUROTOXIN E6

C163618

BoNT/E6;Clostridium botulinum Toxin E6

The biotoxin botulinum neurotoxin E6.

Botulinum Toxin Type E6

BOTULINUM NEUROTOXIN E7

C163619

BoNT/E7;Clostridium botulinum Toxin E7

The biotoxin botulinum neurotoxin E7.

Botulinum Toxin Type E7

BOTULINUM NEUROTOXIN E8

C163620

BoNT/E8;Clostridium botulinum Toxin E8

The biotoxin botulinum neurotoxin E8.

Botulinum Toxin Type E8

BOTULINUM NEUROTOXIN E9

C163621

BoNT/E9;Clostridium botulinum Toxin E9

The biotoxin botulinum neurotoxin E9.

Botulinum Toxin Type E9

BOTULINUM NEUROTOXIN F1

C163622

BoNT/F1;Clostridium botulinum Toxin F1

The biotoxin botulinum neurotoxin F1.

Botulinum Toxin Type F1

BOTULINUM NEUROTOXIN F2

C163623

BoNT/F2;Clostridium botulinum Toxin F2

The biotoxin botulinum neurotoxin F2.

Botulinum Toxin Type F2

BOTULINUM NEUROTOXIN F3

C163624

BoNT/F3;Clostridium botulinum Toxin F3

The biotoxin botulinum neurotoxin F3.

Botulinum Toxin Type F3

BOTULINUM NEUROTOXIN F4

C163625

BoNT/F4;Clostridium botulinum Toxin F4

The biotoxin botulinum neurotoxin F4.

Botulinum Toxin Type F4

BOTULINUM NEUROTOXIN F5

C163626

BoNT/F5;Clostridium botulinum Toxin F5

The biotoxin botulinum neurotoxin F5.

Botulinum Toxin Type F5

BOTULINUM NEUROTOXIN F6

C163627

BoNT/F6;Clostridium botulinum Toxin F6

The biotoxin botulinum neurotoxin F6.

Botulinum Toxin Type F6

BOTULINUM NEUROTOXIN F7

C163628

BoNT/F7;Clostridium botulinum Toxin F7

The biotoxin botulinum neurotoxin F7.

Botulinum Toxin Type F7

BOTULINUM NEUROTOXIN F8

C163629

BoNT/F8;Clostridium botulinum Toxin F8

The biotoxin botulinum neurotoxin F8.

Botulinum Toxin Type F8

BOTULINUM NEUROTOXIN FA(H)

C163630

BoNT/FA;BoNT/FA(H);BoNT/H;BoNT/HA;Botulinum Neurotoxin FA;Botulinum Neurotoxin H;Botulinum Neurotoxin HA;Clostridium botulinum Toxin FA;Clostridium botulinum Toxin FA(H);Clostridium botulinum Toxin H;Clostridium botulinum Toxin HA

The biotoxin botulinum neurotoxin FA(H).

Botulinum Toxin Type H

BOTULINUM NEUROTOXIN G

C163631

BoNT/G;Clostridium botulinum Toxin G

The biotoxin botulinum neurotoxin G.

Botulinum Toxin Type G

BROMINE

C163632

The chemical agent bromine.

Bromine

BROMOPHOS

C163633

The organophosphorus agent bromophos.

Bromophos

BUTOCARBOXIM

C163634

The carbamate agent butocarboxim.

Butocarboxim

CADUSAFOS

C163635

The organophosphorus agent cadusafos.

Cadusafos

CARBARYL

C76389

The carbamate agent carbaryl.

Carbaril

CARBOFURAN

C163636

The carbamate agent carbofuran.

Carbofuran

CARBOPHENOTHION

C163637

The organophosphorus agent carbophenothion.

Carbophenothion

CARBOSULFAN

C163638

The carbamate agent carbosulfan.

Carbosulfan

CHLORETHOXYPHOS

C163639

Chlorethoxyfos

The organophosphorus agent chlorethoxyphos.

Chlorethoxyfos

CHLORFENVINPHOS

C80597

The organophosphorus agent chlorfenvinphos.

Clorfenvinfos

CHLORINE

C28140

The chemical agent chlorine.

Chlorine

CHLOROPICRIN

C163640

The chemical agent chloropicrin.

Chloropicrin

CHLORPYRIFOS

C163641

The organophosphorus agent chlorpyrifos.

Chlorpyrifos

CHLORPYRIPHOS-METHYL

C163642

The organophosphorus agent chlorpyriphos-methyl.

Chlorpyrifos-methyl

COUMAPHOS

C76867

The organophosphorus agent coumaphos.

Coumaphos

CROTOXYPHOS

C80598

The organophosphorus agent crotoxyphos.

Crotoxyfos

CYANOGEN CHLORIDE

C163643

The chemical agent cyanogen chloride.

Cyanogen Chloride

CYANOPHOS

C163644

The organophosphorus agent cyanophos.

Cyanophos

DEMETON-O

C163645

The organophosphorus agent demeton-o.

Demeton-O

DIACETOXYSCIRPENOL

C1068

The biotoxin diacetoxyscirpenol.

Anguidine

DIAZINON

C169912

The organophosphorus agent diazinon.

Dimpylate

DICHLORVOS

C76871

The organophosphorus agent dichlorvos.

Dichlorvos

DICROTOPHOS

C163647

The organophosphorus agent dicrotophos.

Dicrotophos

DIISOPROPYL FLUOROPHOSPHATE

C65979

DFP

The organophosphorus agent diisopropyl fluorophosphate.

Isoflurophate

DIMETHOATE

C163649

The organophosphorus agent dimethoate.

Dimethoate

DIMETILAN

C163650

The carbamate agent dimetilan.

Dimetilan

DIPHOSGENE

C163651

The chemical agent diphosgene.

Diphosgene

DISULFOTON

C163652

The organophosphorus agent disulfoton.

Disulfoton

EPSILON TOXIN

C163653

Clostridium perfringens Epsilon Toxin

The biotoxin epsilon toxin.

Clostridium perfringens Epsilon Toxin

ETHIOFENCARB

C163654

Croneton

The carbamate agent ethiofencarb.

Ethiofencarb

ETHION

C163655

The organophosphorus agent ethion.

Ethion

FAMPHUR

C83710

The organophosphorus agent famphur.

Famphur

FENAMIPHOS

C163656

The organophosphorus agent fenamiphos.

Fenamiphos

FENITROTHION

C65655

The organophosphorus agent fenitrothion.

Fenitrothion

FENOBUCARB

C163657

BPMC

The carbamate agent fenobucarb.

Fenobucarb

FENOXYCARB

C163658

The carbamate agent fenoxycarb.

Fenoxycarb

FENTHION

C76873

The organophosphorus agent fenthion.

Fenthion

FONOFOS

C163659

The organophosphorus agent fonofos.

Fonofos

FORMETANATE

C163660

The carbamate agent formetanate.

Formetanate

FORMOTHION

C163661

The organophosphorus agent formothion.

Formothion

FORMPARANATE

C163662

The carbamate agent formparanate.

Formparanate

G-SERIES NERVE AGENT GA

C161525

GA;Tabun

The G-series nerve agent GA.

G-Series Nerve Agent GA

G-SERIES NERVE AGENT GB

C161526

GB;Sarin

The G-series nerve agent GB.

G-Series Nerve Agent GB

G-SERIES NERVE AGENT GC

C161527

Chlorosarin;GC

The G-series nerve agent GC.

G-Series Nerve Agent GC

G-SERIES NERVE AGENT GD

C161528

GD;Soman

The G-series nerve agent GD.

G-Series Nerve Agent GD

G-SERIES NERVE AGENT GE

C161529

Ethylsarin;GE

The G-series nerve agent GE.

G-Series Nerve Agent GE

G-SERIES NERVE AGENT GF

C161530

Cyclosarin;GF

The G-series nerve agent GF.

G-Series Nerve Agent GF

GLUFOSINATE AMMONIUM

C163663

The organophosphorus agent glufosinate ammonium.

Glufosinate-Ammonium

GLYPHOSATE

C163664

The organophosphorus agent glyphosate.

Glyphosate

GLYPHOSINE

C163665

The organophosphorus agent glyphosine.

Glyphosine

HYDROGEN CHLORIDE

C76716

The chemical agent hydrogen chloride.

Hydrochloric Acid

HYDROGEN CYANIDE

C77470

The chemical agent hydrogen cyanide.

Hydrogen Cyanide

HYDROGEN SULFIDE

C163666

The chemical agent hydrogen sulfide.

Hydrogen Sulfide

ISAZOPHOS

C163667

Isazofos

The organophosphorus agent isazophos.

Isazophos

ISOFENPHOS

C163668

The organophosphorus agent isofenphos.

Isofenphos

ISOPROCARB

C163669

The carbamate agent isoprocarb.

Isoprocarb

M-CUMENYL METHYLCARBAMATE

C163670

The carbamate agent m-cumenyl methylcarbamate.

M-Cumenyl Methylcarbamate

MALATHION

C47593

The organophosphorus agent malathion.

Malathion

MERCURY

C66842

The metal agent mercury.

Mercury

METHAMIDOPHOS

C163671

The organophosphorus agent methamidophos.

Methamidophos

METHIDATHION

C163672

The organophosphorus agent methidathion.

Methidathion

METHIOCARB

C163673

The carbamate agent methiocarb.

Methiocarb

METHOMYL

C163674

The carbamate agent methomyl.

Methomyl

METHYL BROMIDE

C163675

The chemical agent methyl bromide.

Methyl Bromide

METHYL ISOCYANATE

C163676

The chemical agent methyl isocyanate.

Methyl Isocyanate

METHYL PARATHION

C163677

The organophosphorus agent methyl parathion.

Methyl Parathion

METOLCARB

C163678

The carbamate agent metolcarb.

Metolcarb

MEVINPHOS

C163679

The organophosphorus agent mevinphos.

Mevinphos

MEXACARBATE

C163680

The carbamate agent mexacarbate.

Mexacarbate

MONOCROTOPHOS

C163681

The organophosphorus agent monocrotophos.

Monocrotophos

NITROGEN MUSTARD HN-1

C161523

HN1

The nitrogen mustard vesicant HN-1.

Nitrogen Mustard HN-1

NITROGEN MUSTARD HN-2

C62056

HN2

The nitrogen mustard vesicant HN-2.

Mechlorethamine

NITROGEN MUSTARD HN-3

C161524

HN3

The nitrogen mustard vesicant HN-3.

Nitrogen Mustard HN-3

OMETHOATE

C163682

The organophosphorus agent omethoate.

Omethoate

OSMIUM TETROXIDE

C163683

The chemical agent osmium tetroxide.

Osmium Tetroxide

OXAMYL

C163684

The carbamate agent oxamyl.

Oxamyl

PARAOXON

C99562

The organophosphorus agent paraoxon.

Paraoxon

PARATHION

C163685

The organophosphorus agent parathion.

Parathion

PHENTHOATE

C163686

The organophosphorus agent phenthoate.

Phenthoate

PHORATE

C163687

The organophosphorus agent phorate.

Phorate

PHOSGENE OXIME

C163689

The chemical agent phosgene oxime.

Phosgene Oxime

PHOSGENE

C163688

The chemical agent phosgene.

Phosgene

PHOSMET

C76877

The organophosphorus agent phosmet.

Phosmet

PHOSPHAMIDON

C163690

The organophosphorus agent phosphamidon.

Phosphamidon

PHOSPHINE

C163691

The chemical agent phosphine.

Phosphine

PHOXIM

C80605

Phoxin

The organophosphorus agent phoxim.

Phoxim

PIRIMICARB

C163693

The carbamate agent pirimicarb.

Pirimicarb

POTASSIUM CYANIDE

C163694

The chemical agent potassium cyanide.

Potassium Cyanide

PROMECARB

C163695

The carbamate agent promecarb.

Promecarb

PROPETAMPHOS

C76878

The organophosphorus agent propetamphos.

Propetamphos

PROPHENOFOS

C163696

Prophenofos

The organophosphorus agent profenofos.

Prophenofos

PROPOXUR

C82221

The carbamate agent propoxur.

Propoxur

QUINALPHOS

C163697

The organophosphorus agent quinalphos.

Quinalphos

RICIN

C809

The biotoxin ricin.

Ricin

RONNEL

C76879

The organophosphorus agent ronnel.

Ronnel

ROTENONE

C76087

The chemical agent rotenone.

Rotenone

SAXITOXIN

C163698

The biotoxin saxitoxin.

Saxitoxin

SODIUM CYANIDE

C163699

The chemical agent sodium cyanide.

Sodium Cyanide

SODIUM MONOFLUOROACETATE

C163700

Sodium Fluoroacetate

The chemical agent sodium monofluoroacetate.

Sodium Monofluoroacetate

STAPHYLOCOCCAL ENTEROTOXIN A

C1083

SEA

The biotoxin Staphylococcal enterotoxin A.

Staphylococcal Enterotoxin A

STAPHYLOCOCCAL ENTEROTOXIN B

C1084

SEB

The biotoxin Staphylococcal enterotoxin B.

Staphylococcal Enterotoxin B

STAPHYLOCOCCAL ENTEROTOXIN C

C1085

SEC

The biotoxin Staphylococcal enterotoxin C.

Staphylococcal Enterotoxin C

STAPHYLOCOCCAL ENTEROTOXIN D

C163701

SED

The biotoxin Staphylococcal enterotoxin D.

Staphylococcal Enterotoxin D

STAPHYLOCOCCAL ENTEROTOXIN E

C163702

SEE

The biotoxin Staphylococcal enterotoxin E.

Staphylococcal Enterotoxin E

STIBINE

C163703

The chemical agent stibine.

Stibine

SULFOTEP

C163704

The organophosphorus agent sulfotep.

Sulfotep

SULFUR MUSTARD HD

C44406

Agent HD;Distilled Mustard;Mustard Gas;SM

The sulfur mustard vesicant HD.

Mustard Gas

SULPROFOS

C163705

The organophosphorus agent sulprofos.

Sulprofos

T-2 TOXIN

C163706

The biotoxin T-2 toxin.

T-2 Toxin

TERBUFOS

C163707

The organophosphorus agent terbufos.

Terbufos

TETRACHLORVINPHOS

C152434

The organophosphorus agent tetrachlorvinphos.

Stirofos

TETRAETHYL PYROPHOSPHATE

C163709

TEPP

The organophosphorus agent tetraethyl pyrophosphate.

Tetraethyl Pyrophosphate

TETRAMETHYLENEDISULFOTETRAMINE

C163710

TETS

The chemical agent tetramethylenedisulfotetramine.

Tetramethylenedisulfotetramine

TETRODOTOXIN

C78845

TTX

The biotoxin tetrodotoxin.

Tetrodotoxin

THALLIUM

C95188

The metal agent thallium.

Thallium

THIOFANOX

C163711

The carbamate agent thiofanox.

Thiofanox

TRIAZOPHOS

C163712

The organophosphorus agent triazophos.

Triazophos

TRICHLORFON

C84225

Metrifonate

The organophosphorus agent trichlorfon.

Trichlorfon

TRIMETHACARB

C163713

2,3,5-Trimethylphenyl Methylcarbamate

The carbamate agent trimethacarb.

2,3,5-Trimethacarb

V-SERIES NERVE AGENT CVX

C161533

CH VX;Chinese VX;CVX

The V-series nerve agent CVX.

V-Series Nerve Agent CVX

V-SERIES NERVE AGENT RVX

C161532

Russian VX;RVX;rVX

The V-series nerve agent RVX.

V-Series Nerve Agent RVX

V-SERIES NERVE AGENT VE

C161534

VE

The V-series nerve agent VE.

V-Series Nerve Agent VE

V-SERIES NERVE AGENT VG

C161535

VG

The V-series nerve agent VG.

V-Series Nerve Agent VG

V-SERIES NERVE AGENT VM

C161536

VM

The V-series nerve agent VM.

V-Series Nerve Agent VM

V-SERIES NERVE AGENT VP

C161537

VP

The V-series nerve agent VP.

V-Series Nerve Agent VP

V-SERIES NERVE AGENT VS

C161538

VS

The V-series nerve agent VS.

V-Series Nerve Agent VS

V-SERIES NERVE AGENT VX

C161531

VX

The V-series nerve agent VX.

V-Series Nerve Agent VX

XMC

C163714

3,5-Xylyl-methylcarbamate

The carbamate agent XMC.

3,5-Xylyl Methylcarbamate

XYLYLCARB

C163715

The carbamate agent xylylcarb.

Xylylcarb

ACUTE

C14140

Morphologic changes that have a rapid onset.

Acute

CHRONIC ACTIVE

C120853

Morphologic changes that are persistent or long standing, superimposed with areas of acute change.

Chronic Active

CHRONIC

C14141

Morphologic changes that are persistent or long standing.

Chronic

PERACUTE

C120854

Morphologic changes of very short or immediate onset. This onset is more rapid than that which is seen in an acute chronicity.

Peracute

SUBACUTE

C120855

Morphologic changes containing characteristics of both acute and chronic, but predominantly acute.

Subacute

SUBCHRONIC

C120856

Morphologic changes containing characteristics of both acute and chronic, but predominantly chronic.

Subchronic

CONSCIOUS

C88434

Conscious State

A level of awareness that can be described as being alert. (NCI)

Conscious State

DEPRESSED

C78253

Depressed Level of Consciousness

A neurologic state characterized by decreased ability to perceive and respond. (NCI)

Depressed Level Of Consciousness

SEMI-CONSCIOUS

C88440

Semi-conscious State

A level of awareness that can be described as varied and intermittent periods of consciousness and unconsciousness.

Semi-conscious

UNCONSCIOUS

C50635

Loss of Consciousness;Unconscious State

The neurologic status characterized by the occurrence of a loss of the ability to perceive and respond.

Loss of Consciousness

UNSPECIFIED

C90482

Unspecified State of Consciousness

The state of consciousness is not controlled. The possibility exists for having multiple conscious states over a period of time. (NCI)

Unspecified State of Consciousness

ABW

C17884

ARUBA

Island in the Caribbean Sea, north of Venezuela. (NCI)

Aruba

AFG

C16267

AFGHANISTAN

A country in Southern Asia, north and west of Pakistan, east of Iran. (NCI)

Afghanistan

AGO

C16292

ANGOLA

A country in Southern Africa, bordering the South Atlantic Ocean, between Namibia and Democratic Republic of the Congo. (NCI)

Angola

AIA

C20133

ANGUILLA

An island in the Caribbean Sea, east of Puerto Rico. (NCI)

Anguilla

ALA

C44481

ALAND ISLANDS

An archipelago in the Baltic Sea at the entrance to the Gulf of Bothnia between Sweden and Finland. (NCI)

Aland Islands

ALB

C16271

ALBANIA

A country in Southeastern Europe, bordering the Adriatic Sea and Ionian Sea, between Greece and Serbia and Montenegro. (NCI)

Albania

AND

C16289

ANDORRA

A country in Southwestern Europe, between France and Spain. (NCI)

Andorra

ARE

C17232

UNITED ARAB EMIRATES

A country in the Middle East, bordering the Gulf of Oman and the Persian Gulf, between Oman and Saudi Arabia. (NCI)

United Arab Emirates

ARG

C16305

ARGENTINA

A country in Southern South America, bordering the South Atlantic Ocean, between Chile and Uruguay. (NCI)

Argentina

ARM

C16306

ARMENIA

A country in Southwestern Asia, east of Turkey. (NCI)

Armenia

ASM

C17739

AMERICAN SAMOA

A group of islands in the South Pacific Ocean, about half way between Hawaii and New Zealand. (NCI)

American Samoa

ATA

C18007

ANTARCTICA

The continent lying mostly south of the Antarctic Circle. (NCI)

Antarctica

ATF

C20105

FRENCH SOUTHERN TERRITORIES

Islands in the southern Indian Ocean, south of Africa, about equidistant between Africa, Antarctica, and Australia. (NCI)

French Southern and Antarctic Lands

ATG

C16303

ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA

Islands between the Caribbean Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean, east-southeast of Puerto Rico. (NCI)

Antigua and Barbuda

AUS

C16311

AUSTRALIA

The continent between the Indian Ocean and the South Pacific Ocean. (NCI)

Australia

AUT

C16312

AUSTRIA

A country in Central Europe, north of Italy and Slovenia. (NCI)

Austria

AZE

C16316

AZERBAIJAN

A country in Southwestern Asia, bordering the Caspian Sea, between Iran and Russia. (NCI)

Azerbaijan

BDI

C16371

BURUNDI

A country in Central Africa, east of Democratic Republic of the Congo. (NCI)

Burundi

BEL

C16329

BELGIUM

A country in Western Europe, bordering the North Sea, between France and the Netherlands. (NCI)

Belgium

BEN

C16333

BENIN;BENIN REPUBLIC

A country in Western Africa, bordering the North Atlantic Ocean, between Nigeria and Togo. (NCI)

Benin

BES

C101224

BONAIRE, SINT EUSTATIUS AND SABA

Three Caribbean islands that are part of the Lesser Antilles; Bonaire is east of Aruba and Curacao off the coast of Venezuela, Sint Eustatius and Saba are located south of Sint Maarten and northeast of Saint Kitts and Nevis. (NCI)

Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba

BFA

C16369

BURKINA FASO

A country in Western Africa, north of Ghana. (NCI)

Burkina Faso

BGD

C16323

BANGLADESH

A country in Southern Asia, bordering the Bay of Bengal, between Burma and India. (NCI)

Bangladesh

BGR

C16368

BULGARIA

A country in Southeastern Europe, bordering the Black Sea, between Romania and Turkey. (NCI)

Bulgaria

BHR

C16322

BAHRAIN

An archipelago in the Persian Gulf, east of Saudi Arabia. (NCI)

Bahrain

BHS

C16321

BAHAMAS

A chain of islands in the North Atlantic Ocean, southeast of Florida. (NCI)

Bahamas

BIH

C16361

BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA;BOSNIA-HERZEGOVINA

A country in Southeastern Europe, bordering the Adriatic Sea and Croatia. (NCI)

Bosnia and Herzegovina

BLM

C83609

SAINT BARTHELEMY

An island in the Caribbean sea, between Saint Martin and Saint Kitts and Nevis. (NCI)

Saint Barthelemy

BLR

C16372

BELARUS

A country in Eastern Europe, east of Poland. (NCI)

Belarus

BLZ

C16331

BELIZE

A country in Central America, bordering the Caribbean Sea, between Guatemala and Mexico. (NCI)

Belize

BMU

C16334

BERMUDA

A group of islands in the North Atlantic Ocean, east of South Carolina. (NCI)

Bermuda

BOL

C16359

BOLIVIA;BOLIVIA, PLURINATIONAL STATE OF

A country in Central South America, southwest of Brazil. (NCI)

Bolivia, Plurinational State of

BRA

C16364

BRAZIL

A country in Eastern South America, bordering the Atlantic Ocean. (NCI)

Brazil

BRB

C16324

BARBADOS

An island between the Caribbean Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean, northeast of Venezuela. (NCI)

Barbados

BRN

C16367

BRUNEI;BRUNEI DARUSSALAM

A country in Southeastern Asia, bordering the South China Sea and Malaysia. (NCI)

Brunei Darussalam

BTN

C16336

BHUTAN

A country in Southern Asia, between China and India. (NCI)

Bhutan

BVT

C20104

BOUVET ISLAND

An island in the South Atlantic Ocean, south-southwest of the Cape of Good Hope (South Africa). (NCI)

Bouvet Island

BWA

C16363

BOTSWANA

A country in Southern Africa, north of South Africa. (NCI)

Botswana

CAF

C16409

CENTRAL AFRICAN REPUBLIC

A country in Central Africa, north of Democratic Republic of the Congo. (NCI)

Central African Republic

CAN

C16380

CANADA

A country in Northern North America, bordering the North Atlantic Ocean on the east, North Pacific Ocean on the west, and the Arctic Ocean on the north, north of the conterminous US. (NCI)

Canada

CCK

C16445

COCOS (KEELING) ISLANDS

A group of islands in the Indian Ocean, south of Indonesia, about halfway from Australia to Sri Lanka. (NCI)

Cocos (Keeling) Islands

CHE

C17181

SWITZERLAND

A country in Central Europe, east of France, north of Italy. (NCI)

Switzerland

CHL

C16427

CHILE

A country in Southern South America, bordering the South Atlantic Ocean and South Pacific Ocean, between Argentina and Peru. (NCI)

Chile

CHN

C16428

CHINA

A country in Eastern Asia, bordering the East China Sea, Korea Bay, Yellow Sea, and South China Sea, between North Korea and Vietnam. (NCI)

China

CIV

C16762

COTE D'IVOIRE

A country in Western Africa, bordering the North Atlantic Ocean, between Ghana and Liberia. (NCI)

Cote d'Ivoire

CMR

C16379

CAMEROON

A country in Western Africa, bordering the Bight of Biafra, between Equatorial Guinea and Nigeria. (NCI)

Cameroon

COD

C17266

CONGO, THE DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF;DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF THE CONGO

A country in Central Africa, northeast of Angola. (NCI)

Congo, the Democratic Republic of the

COG

C16467

CONGO

A country in Western Africa, bordering the South Atlantic Ocean, between Angola and Gabon. (NCI)

Congo

COK

C16469

COOK ISLANDS

A group of islands in the South Pacific Ocean, about one-half of the way from Hawaii to New Zealand. (NCI)

Cook Islands

COL

C16449

COLOMBIA

A country in Northern South America, bordering the Caribbean Sea, between Panama and Venezuela, and bordering the North Pacific Ocean, between Ecuador and Panama. (NCI)

Colombia

COM

C16458

COMOROS

A group of islands in the Mozambique Channel, about two-thirds of the way between northern Madagascar and northern Mozambique. (NCI)

Comoros

CPV

C16382

CAPE VERDE

A group of islands in the North Atlantic Ocean, west of Senegal. (NCI)

Cabo Verde

CRI

C16470

COSTA RICA

A country in Central America, bordering both the Caribbean Sea and the North Pacific Ocean, between Nicaragua and Panama. (NCI)

Costa Rica

CUB

C16477

CUBA

An island between the Caribbean Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean, 150 km south of Key West, Florida. (NCI)

Cuba

CUW

C101225

CURACAO

An island nation located in the Caribbean Sea off the coast of Venezuela. (NCI)

Curacao

CXR

C44482

CHRISTMAS ISLAND

An Australian-administered island in the eastern Indian Ocean south of Java, Indonesia. (NCI)

Christmas Island

CYM

C16391

CAYMAN ISLANDS

An island group in the Caribbean Sea, nearly one-half of the way from Cuba to Honduras. (NCI)

Cayman Islands

CYP

C16480

CYPRUS

An island in the Mediterranean Sea, south of Turkey. (NCI)

Cyprus

CZE

C17668

CZECH REPUBLIC

A country in Central Europe, southeast of Germany. (NCI)

Czechia

DEU

C16636

GERMANY

A country in Central Europe, bordering the Baltic Sea and the North Sea, between the Netherlands and Poland, south of Denmark. (NCI)

Germany

DJI

C16506

DJIBOUTI

A country in Eastern Africa, bordering the Gulf of Aden and the Red Sea, between Eritrea and Somalia. (NCI)

Djibouti

DMA

C16519

DOMINICA

An island between the Caribbean Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean, about one-half of the way from Puerto Rico to Trinidad and Tobago. (NCI)

Dominica

DNK

C16496

DENMARK

A country in Northern Europe, bordering the Baltic Sea and the North Sea, on a peninsula north of Germany (Jutland); also includes two major islands (Sjaelland and Fyn). (NCI)

Denmark

DOM

C16520

DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

A country comprising the eastern two-thirds of the island of Hispaniola, between the Caribbean Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean, east of Haiti. (NCI)

Dominican Republic

DZA

C16274

ALGERIA

A country in Northern Africa, bordering the Mediterranean Sea, between Morocco and Tunisia. (NCI)

Algeria

ECU

C16528

ECUADOR

A country in Western South America, bordering the Pacific Ocean at the Equator, between Colombia and Peru. (NCI)

Ecuador

EGY

C16530

EGYPT

A country in Northern Africa, bordering the Mediterranean Sea, between Libya and the Gaza Strip. (NCI)

Egypt

ERI

C16558

ERITREA

A country in Eastern Africa, bordering the Red Sea, between Djibouti and Sudan. (NCI)

Eritrea

ESH

C20113

WESTERN SAHARA

A country in Northern Africa, bordering the North Atlantic Ocean, between Mauritania and Morocco. (NCI)

Western Sahara

ESP

C17152

SPAIN

A country in Southwestern Europe, bordering the Bay of Biscay, Mediterranean Sea, North Atlantic Ocean, and Pyrenees Mountains, southwest of France. (NCI)

Spain

EST

C16562

ESTONIA

A country in Eastern Europe, bordering the Baltic Sea and Gulf of Finland, between Latvia and Russia. (NCI)

Estonia

ETH

C16563

ETHIOPIA

A country in Eastern Africa, west of Somalia. (NCI)

Ethiopia

FIN

C16584

FINLAND

A country in Northern Europe, bordering the Baltic Sea, Gulf of Bothnia, and Gulf of Finland, between Sweden and Russia. (NCI)

Finland

FJI

C16582

FIJI

An island group in the South Pacific Ocean, about two-thirds of the way from Hawaii to New Zealand. (NCI)

Fiji

FLK

C17954

FALKLAND ISLANDS;FALKLAND ISLANDS (MALVINAS)

Islands in the South Atlantic Ocean, east of southern Argentina. (NCI)

Falkland Islands (Malvinas)

FRA

C16592

FRANCE

A country in Western Europe, bordering the Bay of Biscay and English Channel, between Belgium and Spain, southeast of the UK; bordering the Mediterranean Sea, between Italy and Spain. (NCI)

France

FRO

C16573

FAROE ISLANDS

An island group between the Norwegian Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean, about one-half of the way from Iceland to Norway. (NCI)

Faroe Islands

FSM

C17881

MICRONESIA, FEDERATED STATES OF

An island group in the North Pacific Ocean, about three-quarters of the way from Hawaii to Indonesia. (NCI)

Micronesia, Federated States of

GAB

C16596

GABON

A country in Western Africa, bordering the Atlantic Ocean at the Equator, between Republic of the Congo and Equatorial Guinea. (NCI)

Gabon

GBR

C17233

UNITED KINGDOM

A country in Western Europe, comprising islands, including the northern one-sixth of the island of Ireland, between the North Atlantic Ocean and the North Sea, northwest of France. (NCI)

United Kingdom

GEO

C16634

GEORGIA

A country in Southwestern Asia, bordering the Black Sea, between Turkey and Russia. (NCI)

Georgia (Republic)

GGY

C64375

GUERNSEY

The island of Guernsey and the other Channel Islands represent the last remnants of the medieval Dukedom of Normandy, which held sway in both France and England. Guernsey is a British crown dependency, but is not part of the UK. (NCI)

Guernsey

GHA

C26330

GHANA

A country in Western Africa, bordering the Gulf of Guinea, between Cote d'Ivoire and Togo. (NCI)

Ghana

GIB

C16638

GIBRALTAR

A dependency in Southwestern Europe, bordering the Strait of Gibraltar, on the southern coast of Spain. (NCI)

Gibraltar

GIN

C16655

GUINEA

A country in Western Africa, bordering the North Atlantic Ocean, between Guinea-Bissau and Sierra Leone. (NCI)

Guinea

GLP

C16651

GUADELOUPE

Islands in the eastern Caribbean Sea, southeast of Puerto Rico. (NCI)

Guadeloupe

GMB

C16598

GAMBIA

A country in Western Africa, bordering the North Atlantic Ocean and Senegal. (NCI)

The Gambia

GNB

C16656

GUINEA-BISSAU

A country in Western Africa, bordering the North Atlantic Ocean, between Guinea and Senegal. (NCI)

Guinea-Bissau

GNQ

C16557

EQUATORIAL GUINEA

A country in Western Africa, bordering the Bight of Biafra, between Cameroon and Gabon; composed of a mainland portion and five inhabited islands. (NCI)

Equatorial Guinea

GRC

C16645

GREECE

A country in Southern Europe, bordering the Aegean Sea, Ionian Sea, and the Mediterranean Sea, between Albania and Turkey. (NCI)

Greece

GRD

C16647

GRENADA

An island between the Caribbean Sea and Atlantic Ocean, north of Trinidad and Tobago. (NCI)

Grenada

GRL

C16646

GREENLAND

An island between the Arctic Ocean and the North Atlantic Ocean, northeast of Canada. (NCI)

Greenland

GTM

C16654

GUATEMALA

A country in Central America, bordering the Caribbean Sea, between Honduras and Belize and bordering the North Pacific Ocean, between El Salvador and Mexico. (NCI)

Guatemala

GUF

C16593

FRENCH GUIANA

A country in Northern South America, bordering the North Atlantic Ocean, between Brazil and Suriname. (NCI)

French Guiana

GUM

C16652

GUAM

Island in the North Pacific Ocean, about three-quarters of the way from Hawaii to the Philippines. (NCI)

Guam

GUY

C16657

GUYANA

A country in Northern South America, bordering the North Atlantic Ocean, between Suriname and Venezuela. (NCI)

Guyana

HKG

C16695

HONG KONG

A special administrative region of China, bordering the South China Sea and China. (NCI)

Hong Kong

HMD

C20106

HEARD ISLAND AND MCDONALD ISLANDS

Islands in the Indian Ocean, about two-thirds of the way from Madagascar to Antarctica. (NCI)

Heard Island and McDonald Islands

HND

C16694

HONDURAS

A country in Central America, bordering the Caribbean Sea, between Guatemala and Nicaragua and bordering the North Pacific Ocean, between El Salvador and Nicaragua. (NCI)

Honduras

HRV

C16474

CROATIA

A country in Southeastern Europe, bordering the Adriatic Sea, between Bosnia and Herzegovina and Slovenia. (NCI)

Croatia

HTI

C16660

HAITI

A country comprising the western one-third of the island of Hispaniola, between the Caribbean Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean, west of the Dominican Republic. (NCI)

Haiti

HUN

C16699

HUNGARY

A country in Central Europe, northwest of Romania. (NCI)

Hungary

IDN

C16728

INDONESIA

A country in Southeastern Asia, comprising the archipelago between the Indian Ocean and the Pacific Ocean. (NCI)

Indonesia

IMN

C44480

ISLE OF MAN

An island in the Irish Sea, between Great Britain and Ireland. (NCI)

Isle of Man

IND

C16727

INDIA

A country in Southern Asia, bordering the Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal, between Burma and Pakistan. (NCI)

India

IOT

C16365

BRITISH INDIAN OCEAN TERRITORY

An archipelago in the Indian Ocean, about one-half the way from Africa to Indonesia. (NCI)

British Indian Ocean Territory

IRL

C16757

IRELAND

A country in Western Europe, occupying five-sixths of the island of Ireland in the North Atlantic Ocean, west of Great Britain. (NCI)

Ireland

IRN

C16755

IRAN

A country in the Middle East, bordering the Gulf of Oman, the Persian Gulf, and the Caspian Sea, between Iraq and Pakistan. (NCI)

Iran, Islamic Republic of

IRQ

C16756

IRAQ

A country in the Middle East, bordering the Persian Gulf, between Iran and Kuwait. (NCI)

Iraq

ISL

C16704

ICELAND

A country in Northern Europe, island between the Greenland Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean, northwest of the UK. (NCI)

Iceland

ISR

C16760

ISRAEL

A country in the Middle East, bordering the Mediterranean Sea, between Egypt and Lebanon. (NCI)

Israel

ITA

C16761

ITALY

A country in Southern Europe, occupying a peninsula extending into the central Mediterranean Sea, northeast of Tunisia. (NCI)

Italy

JAM

C16763

JAMAICA

An island in the Caribbean Sea, south of Cuba. (NCI)

Jamaica

JEY

C64374

JERSEY

Jersey and the other Channel Islands represent the last remnants of the medieval Dukedom of Normandy that held sway in both France and England. Jersey is a British crown dependency, but is not part of the UK. (NCI)

Jersey

JOR

C16765

JORDAN

A country in the Middle East, northwest of Saudi Arabia. (NCI)

Jordan

JPN

C16764

JAPAN

A country in Eastern Asia, occupying an island chain between the North Pacific Ocean and the Sea of Japan, east of the Korean Peninsula. (NCI)

Japan

KAZ

C20107

KAZAKHSTAN

A country in Central Asia, northwest of China. (NCI)

Kazakhstan

KEN

C16769

KENYA

A country in Eastern Africa, bordering the Indian Ocean, between Somalia and Tanzania. (NCI)

Kenya

KGZ

C16771

KYRGYZSTAN

A country in Central Asia, west of China. (NCI)

Kyrgyzstan

KHM

C16378

CAMBODIA

A country in Southeastern Asia, bordering the Gulf of Thailand, between Thailand, Vietnam, and Laos. (NCI)

Cambodia

KIR

C16639

KIRIBATI

A group of 33 coral atolls in the Pacific Ocean, straddling the equator; the capital Tarawa is about one-half of the way from Hawaii to Australia. (NCI)

Kiribati

KNA

C17885

SAINT KITTS AND NEVIS

Islands in the Caribbean Sea, about one-third of the way from Puerto Rico to Trinidad and Tobago. (NCI)

Saint Kitts and Nevis

KOR

C16774

KOREA, REPUBLIC OF;SOUTH KOREA

A country in Eastern Asia, occupying the southern half of the Korean Peninsula, bordering the Sea of Japan and the Yellow Sea. (NCI)

Korea, Republic of

KWT

C16775

KUWAIT

A country in the Middle East, bordering the Persian Gulf, between Iraq and Saudi Arabia. (NCI)

Kuwait

LAO

C16780

LAO PEOPLE'S DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC

A country in Southeastern Asia, northeast of Thailand, west of Vietnam. (NCI)

Lao People's Democratic Republic

LBN

C16784

LEBANON

A country in the Middle East, bordering the Mediterranean Sea, between Israel and Syria. (NCI)

Lebanon

LBR

C16791

LIBERIA

A country in Western Africa, bordering the North Atlantic Ocean, between Cote d'Ivoire and Sierra Leone. (NCI)

Liberia

LBY

C16793

LIBYA

A country in Northern Africa, bordering the Mediterranean Sea, between Egypt and Tunisia. (NCI)

Libya

LCA

C17113

SAINT LUCIA

A country in the Caribbean, occupying an island between the Caribbean Sea and North Atlantic Ocean, north of Trinidad and Tobago. (NCI)

Saint Lucia

LIE

C16794

LIECHTENSTEIN

A country in Central Europe, between Austria and Switzerland. (NCI)

Liechtenstein

LKA

C17163

SRI LANKA

A country in Southern Asia, occupying an island in the Indian Ocean, south of India. (NCI)

Sri Lanka

LSO

C16787

LESOTHO

A country in Southern Africa, an enclave of South Africa. (NCI)

Lesotho

LTU

C16799

LITHUANIA

A country in Eastern Europe, bordering the Baltic Sea, between Latvia and Russia. (NCI)

Lithuania

LUX

C16803

LUXEMBOURG

A country in Western Europe, between France, Belgium, and Germany. (NCI)

Luxembourg

LVA

C16783

LATVIA

A country in Eastern Europe, bordering the Baltic Sea, between Estonia and Lithuania. (NCI)

Latvia

MAC

C16807

MACAO

A country in Eastern Asia, bordering the South China Sea and China. (NCI)

Macau

MAF

C83610

SAINT MARTIN (FRENCH PART);SAINT MARTIN, FRENCH

An island in the Caribbean sea, between Anguilla and Saint Barthelemy. (NCI)

Saint Martin (French Part)

MAR

C16878

MOROCCO

A country in Northern Africa, bordering the North Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea, between Algeria and Western Sahara. (NCI)

Morocco

MCO

C16874

MONACO

A country in Western Europe, bordering the Mediterranean Sea on the southern coast of France, near the border with Italy. (NCI)

Monaco

MDA

C16871

MOLDOVA, REPUBLIC OF

A country in Eastern Europe, northeast of Romania. (NCI)

Moldova, Republic of

MDG

C16808

MADAGASCAR

A country in Southern Africa, occupying an island in the Indian Ocean, east of Mozambique. (NCI)

Madagascar

MDV

C16815

MALDIVES

A country in Southern Asia, occupying a group of atolls in the Indian Ocean, south-southwest of India. (NCI)

Maldives

MEX

C16850

MEXICO

A country in Central America, bordering the Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico, between Belize and the US and bordering the North Pacific Ocean, between Guatemala and the US. (NCI)

Mexico

MHL

C16822

MARSHALL ISLANDS

A group of atolls and reefs in the North Pacific Ocean, about one-half of the way from Hawaii to Australia. (NCI)

Marshall Islands

MKD

C17654

MACEDONIA, THE FORMER YUGOSLAV REPUBLIC OF;REPUBLIC OF MACEDONIA

A country in Southeastern Europe, north of Greece. (NCI)

North Macedonia

MLI

C16816

MALI

A country in Western Africa, southwest of Algeria. (NCI)

Mali

MLT

C16817

MALTA

A country in Southern Europe, occupying islands in the Mediterranean Sea, south of Sicily (Italy). (NCI)

Malta

MMR

C16370

MYANMAR

A country in Southeastern Asia, bordering the Andaman Sea and the Bay of Bengal, between Bangladesh and Thailand. (NCI)

Myanmar

MNE

C64378

MONTENEGRO

A republic in Southeastern Europe, bordering the Adriatic Sea, between Albania and Bosnia and Herzegovina. Formerly part of Serbia and Montenegro (Federation Republic of Yugoslavia). (NCI)

Montenegro

MNG

C16875

MONGOLIA

A country in Northern Asia, between China and Russia. (NCI)

Mongolia

MNP

C17882

NORTHERN MARIANA ISLANDS

A country in the Pacific, comprising islands in the North Pacific Ocean, about three-quarters of the way from Hawaii to the Philippines. (NCI)

Northern Mariana Islands

MOZ

C16882

MOZAMBIQUE

A country in Southern Africa, bordering the Mozambique Channel, between South Africa and Tanzania. (NCI)

Mozambique

MRT

C16826

MAURITANIA

A country in Northern Africa, bordering the North Atlantic Ocean, between Senegal and Western Sahara. (NCI)

Mauritania

MSR

C16876

MONTSERRAT

A country in the Caribbean, occupying an island in the Caribbean Sea, southeast of Puerto Rico. (NCI)

Montserrat

MTQ

C16823

MARTINIQUE

An island in the Caribbean Sea, north of Trinidad and Tobago. (NCI)

Martinique

MUS

C16827

MAURITIUS

A country in Southern Africa, occupying an island in the Indian Ocean, east of Madagascar. (NCI)

Mauritius

MWI

C16813

MALAWI

A country in Southern Africa, east of Zambia. (NCI)

Malawi

MYS

C16814

MALAYSIA

A country in Southeastern Asia, occupying a peninsula and the northern one-third of the island of Borneo, bordering Indonesia and the South China Sea, south of Vietnam. (NCI)

Malaysia

MYT

C16828

MAYOTTE

A country in Southern Africa, occupying an island in the Mozambique Channel, about one-half of the way from northern Madagascar to northern Mozambique. (NCI)

Mayotte

NAM

C16891

NAMIBIA

A country in Southern Africa, bordering the South Atlantic Ocean, between Angola and South Africa. (NCI)

Namibia

NCL

C16913

NEW CALEDONIA

A country in the Pacific, comprised of islands in the South Pacific Ocean, east of Australia. (NCI)

New Caledonia

NER

C16916

NIGER

A country in Western Africa, southeast of Algeria. (NCI)

Niger

NFK

C16919

NORFOLK ISLAND

A country in the Pacific, occupying an island in the South Pacific Ocean, east of Australia. (NCI)

Norfolk Island

NGA

C16917

NIGERIA

A country in Western Africa, bordering the Gulf of Guinea, between Benin and Cameroon. (NCI)

Nigeria

NIC

C16915

NICARAGUA

A country in Central America, bordering both the Caribbean Sea and the North Pacific Ocean, between Costa Rica and Honduras. (NCI)

Nicaragua

NIU

C16918

NIUE

A country in the Pacific, occupying an island in the South Pacific Ocean, east of Tonga. (NCI)

Niue

NLD

C16903

NETHERLANDS

A country in Western Europe, bordering the North Sea, between Belgium and Germany. (NCI)

Netherlands

NOR

C16920

NORWAY

A country in Northern Europe, bordering the North Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean, west of Sweden. (NCI)

Norway

NPL

C16901

NEPAL

A country in Southern Asia, between China and India. (NCI)

Nepal

NRU

C16896

NAURU

A country in Oceania, occupying an island in the South Pacific Ocean, south of the Marshall Islands. (NCI)

Nauru

NZL

C16914

NEW ZEALAND

A country in the Pacific, comprised of islands in the South Pacific Ocean, southeast of Australia. (NCI)

New Zealand

OMN

C16933

OMAN

A country in the Middle East, bordering the Arabian Sea, Gulf of Oman, and Persian Gulf, between Yemen and the United Arab Emirates. (NCI)

Oman

PAK

C16949

PAKISTAN

A country in Southern Asia, bordering the Arabian Sea, between India on the east and Iran and Afghanistan on the west and China in the north. (NCI)

Pakistan

PAN

C16951

PANAMA

A country in Central America, bordering both the Caribbean Sea and the North Pacific Ocean, between Colombia and Costa Rica. (NCI)

Panama

PCN

C16993

PITCAIRN

A country in the Pacific, comprised of islands in the South Pacific Ocean, about midway between Peru and New Zealand. (NCI)

Pitcairn

PER

C16972

PERU

A country in Western South America, bordering the South Pacific Ocean, between Chile and Ecuador. (NCI)

Peru

PHL

C16978

PHILIPPINES

A country in Southeastern Asia, comprised of an archipelago between the Philippine Sea and the South China Sea, east of Vietnam. (NCI)

Philippines

PLW

C17733

PALAU

A country in the Pacific, comprising a group of islands in the North Pacific Ocean, southeast of the Philippines. (NCI)

Palau

PNG

C16952

PAPUA NEW GUINEA

A country in Southeastern Asia, comprising a group of islands and including the eastern half of the island of New Guinea, between the Coral Sea and the South Pacific Ocean, east of Indonesia. (NCI)

Papua New Guinea

POL

C17002

POLAND

A country in Central Europe, east of Germany. (NCI)

Poland

PRI

C17043

PUERTO RICO

An island between the Caribbean Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean, east of the Dominican Republic. (NCI)

Puerto Rico

PRK

C16773

KOREA, DEMOCRATIC PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF;NORTH KOREA

A country in Eastern Asia, occupying the northern half of the Korean Peninsula, bordering the Korea Bay and the Sea of Japan, between China and South Korea. (NCI)

Korea, Democratic People's Republic of

PRT

C17006

PORTUGAL

A country in Southwestern Europe, bordering the North Atlantic Ocean, west of Spain. (NCI)

Portugal

PRY

C16953

PARAGUAY

A country in Central South America, northeast of Argentina. (NCI)

Paraguay

PSE

C20110

PALESTINIAN TERRITORY, OCCUPIED

A collective name for the West Bank and the Gaza Strip, two territories in Palestine. (NCI)

State of Palestine

PYF

C16594

FRENCH POLYNESIA

An archipelago in the South Pacific Ocean, about one-half of the way from South America to Australia. (NCI)

French Polynesia

QAT

C17045

QATAR

A country in the Middle East, occupying a peninsula bordering the Persian Gulf and Saudi Arabia. (NCI)

Qatar

REU

C17095

REUNION

A country in Southern Africa, occupying an island in the Indian Ocean, east of Madagascar. (NCI)

Reunion

ROU

C17108

ROMANIA

A country in Southeastern Europe, bordering the Black Sea, between Bulgaria and Ukraine. (NCI)

Romania

RUS

C17111

RUSSIAN FEDERATION

A country in Northern Asia (that part west of the Urals is sometimes included with Europe), bordering the Arctic Ocean, between Europe and the North Pacific Ocean. (NCI)

Russian Federation

RWA

C17112

RWANDA

A country in Central Africa, east of Democratic Republic of the Congo. (NCI)

Rwanda

SAU

C17117

SAUDI ARABIA

A country in the Middle East, bordering the Persian Gulf and the Red Sea, north of Yemen. (NCI)

Saudi Arabia

SDN

C17170

SUDAN

A country in Northern Africa, bordering the Red Sea, between Egypt and Eritrea. (NCI)

Sudan

SEN

C17121

SENEGAL

A country in Western Africa, bordering the North Atlantic Ocean, between Guinea-Bissau and Mauritania. (NCI)

Senegal

SGP

C17134

SINGAPORE

A country in Southeastern Asia, comprised of islands between Malaysia and Indonesia. (NCI)

Singapore

SGS

C20111

SOUTH GEORGIA AND THE SOUTH SANDWICH ISLANDS

A group of islands in the South Atlantic Ocean, east of the tip of South America. (NCI)

South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands

SHN

C17164

SAINT HELENA;SAINT HELENA, ASCENSION AND TRISTAN DA CUNHA

Islands in the South Atlantic Ocean, about midway between South America and Africa. (NCI)

Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha

SJM

C17178

SVALBARD AND JAN MAYEN

Islands between the Arctic Ocean, Barents Sea, Greenland Sea, and Norwegian Sea, northeast of Iceland and north of Norway. (NCI)

Svalbard and Jan Mayen

SLB

C17148

SOLOMON ISLANDS

A group of islands in the South Pacific Ocean, east of Papua New Guinea. (NCI)

Solomon Islands

SLE

C17130

SIERRA LEONE

A country in Western Africa, bordering the North Atlantic Ocean, between Guinea and Liberia. (NCI)

Sierra Leone

SLV

C16532

EL SALVADOR

A country in Central America, bordering the North Pacific Ocean, between Guatemala and Honduras. (NCI)

El Salvador

SMR

C17115

SAN MARINO

A country in Southern Europe, an enclave in central Italy. (NCI)

San Marino

SOM

C17149

SOMALIA

A country in Eastern Africa, bordering the Gulf of Aden and the Indian Ocean, east of Ethiopia. (NCI)

Somalia

SPM

C17165

SAINT PIERRE AND MIQUELON

A country in Northern North America, comprised of islands in the North Atlantic Ocean, south of Newfoundland (Canada). (NCI)

Saint Pierre and Miquelon

SRB

C64377

SERBIA

A republic in Southeastern Europe, bordering the Adriatic Sea, between Albania and Bosnia and Herzegovina. Formerly part of Serbia and Montenegro (Federation Republic of Yugoslavia). (NCI)

Serbia

SSD

C97351

SOUTH SUDAN

A northeastern African country located in the Sahel region and bordered by Sudan in the north, Uganda and Kenya in the south and Ethiopia in the west. (NCI)

South Sudan

STP

C17116

SAO TOME AND PRINCIPE

A country in Western Africa, comprised of islands in the Gulf of Guinea, straddling the Equator, west of Gabon. (NCI)

Sao Tome and Principe

SUR

C17175

SURINAME

A country in Northern South America, bordering the North Atlantic Ocean, between French Guiana and Guyana. (NCI)

Suriname

SVK

C17669

SLOVAKIA

A country in Central Europe, south of Poland. (NCI)

Slovakia

SVN

C17138

SLOVENIA

A country in Central Europe, bordering the Adriatic Sea, between Austria and Croatia. (NCI)

Slovenia

SWE

C17180

SWEDEN

A country in Northern Europe, bordering the Baltic Sea, Gulf of Bothnia, Kattegat, and Skagerrak, between Finland and Norway. (NCI)

Sweden

SWZ

C17179

SWAZILAND

A country in Southern Africa, between Mozambique and South Africa. (NCI)

Eswatini

SXM

C101226

SINT MAARTEN (DUTCH PART);SINT MAARTEN (DUTCH)

The southern portion of an island in the Caribbean sea, between Anguilla and Saint Barthelemy. (NCI)

Sint Maarten (Dutch Part)

SYC

C17129

SEYCHELLES

A country in Eastern Africa, comprised of a group of islands in the Indian Ocean, northeast of Madagascar. (NCI)

Seychelles

SYR

C17182

SYRIAN ARAB REPUBLIC

A country in the Middle East, bordering the Mediterranean Sea, between Lebanon and Turkey. (NCI)

Syrian Arab Republic

TCA

C17224

TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS

Two island groups in the North Atlantic Ocean, southeast of The Bahamas. (NCI)

Turks and Caicos Islands

TCD

C16412

CHAD

A country in Central Africa, south of Libya. (NCI)

Chad

TGO

C17202

TOGO

A country in Western Africa, bordering the Bight of Benin, between Benin and Ghana. (NCI)

Togo

THA

C17192

THAILAND

A country in Southeastern Asia, bordering the Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand, southeast of Burma. (NCI)

Thailand

TJK

C17183

TAJIKISTAN

A country in Central Asia, west of China. (NCI)

Tajikistan

TKL

C17704

TOKELAU

A group of three atolls in the South Pacific Ocean, about one-half of the way from Hawaii to New Zealand. (NCI)

Tokelau

TKM

C17223

TURKMENISTAN

A country in Central Asia, bordering the Caspian Sea, between Iran and Kazakhstan. (NCI)

Turkmenistan

TLS

C17200

TIMOR-LESTE

A country in Southeastern Asia, northwest of Australia in the Lesser Sunda Islands at the eastern end of the Indonesian archipelago. East Timor includes the eastern half of the island of Timor, the Oecussi (Ambeno) region on the northwest portion of the island of Timor, and the islands of Pulau Atauro and Pulau Jaco. (NCI)

Timor-Leste

TON

C17205

TONGA

An archipelago in the South Pacific Ocean, about two-thirds of the way from Hawaii to New Zealand. (NCI)

Tonga

TTO

C17217

TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO

Islands between the Caribbean Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean, northeast of Venezuela. (NCI)

Trinidad and Tobago

TUN

C17221

TUNISIA

A country in Northern Africa, bordering the Mediterranean Sea, between Algeria and Libya. (NCI)

Tunisia

TUR

C17222

TURKEY

A country in southeastern Europe and southwestern Asia (that portion of Turkey west of the Bosporus is geographically part of Europe), bordering the Black Sea, between Bulgaria and Georgia, and bordering the Aegean Sea and the Mediterranean Sea, between Greece and Syria. (NCI)

Turkey

TUV

C17225

TUVALU

An island group consisting of nine coral atolls in the South Pacific Ocean, about one-half of the way from Hawaii to Australia. (NCI)

Tuvalu

TWN

C17184

TAIWAN

A group of islands bordering the East China Sea, Philippine Sea, South China Sea, and Taiwan Strait, north of the Philippines, off the southeastern coast of China. (NCI)

Taiwan

TZA

C17185

TANZANIA, UNITED REPUBLIC OF

A country in Eastern Africa, bordering the Indian Ocean, between Kenya and Mozambique. (NCI)

Tanzania, United Republic of

UGA

C17228

UGANDA

A country in Eastern Africa, west of Kenya. (NCI)

Uganda

UKR

C17229

UKRAINE

A country in Eastern Europe, bordering the Black Sea, between Poland and Russia. (NCI)

Ukraine

UMI

C20112

UNITED STATES MINOR OUTLYING ISLANDS

The U.S. Minor Outlying Islands consist of Baker Island, Howland Island, Jarvis Island, Johnston Atoll, Kingman Reef, Midway Island, Navassa Island, Palmyra Atoll, and Wake Island (Wake Atoll). (NCI)

United States Minor Outlying Islands

URY

C17244

URUGUAY

A country in Southern South America, bordering the South Atlantic Ocean, between Argentina and Brazil. (NCI)

Uruguay

USA

C17234

UNITED STATES

A country in North America, bordering both the North Atlantic Ocean and the North Pacific Ocean, between Canada and Mexico. (NCI)

United States

UZB

C17246

UZBEKISTAN

A country in Central Asia, north of Afghanistan. (NCI)

Uzbekistan

VAT

C17249

VATICAN CITY STATE

An enclave of Rome (Italy). (NCI)

Holy See (Vatican City State)

VCT

C17114

SAINT VINCENT AND THE GRENADINES

A country in the Caribbean, comprised of islands in the Caribbean Sea, north of Trinidad and Tobago. (NCI)

Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

VEN

C17250

VENEZUELA;VENEZUELA, BOLIVARIAN REPUBLIC OF

A country in Northern South America, bordering the Caribbean Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean, between Colombia and Guyana. (NCI)

Venezuela, Bolivarian Republic of

VGB

C17653

VIRGIN ISLANDS, BRITISH

Islands between the Caribbean Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean, east of Puerto Rico. (NCI)

Virgin Islands, British

VIR

C17255

VIRGIN ISLANDS, U.S.

Islands between the Caribbean Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean, east of Puerto Rico. (NCI)

Virgin Islands, U.S.

VNM

C17252

VIET NAM;VIETNAM

A country in Southeastern Asia, bordering the Gulf of Thailand, Gulf of Tonkin, and South China Sea, alongside China, Laos, and Cambodia. (NCI)

Viet Nam

VUT

C17247

VANUATU

A group of islands in the South Pacific Ocean, about three-quarters of the way from Hawaii to Australia. (NCI)

Vanuatu

WLF

C17259

WALLIS AND FUTUNA

Islands in the South Pacific Ocean, about two-thirds of the way from Hawaii to New Zealand. (NCI)

Wallis and Futuna

WSM

C17740

SAMOA

A group of islands in the South Pacific Ocean, about one-half of the way from Hawaii to New Zealand. (NCI)

Samoa

YEM

C17264

YEMEN

A country in the Middle East, bordering the Arabian Sea, Gulf of Aden, and Red Sea, between Oman and Saudi Arabia. (NCI)

Yemen

ZAF

C17151

SOUTH AFRICA

A country in Southern Africa, at the southern tip of the continent of Africa. (NCI)

South Africa

ZMB

C17267

ZAMBIA

A country in Southern Africa, east of Angola. (NCI)

Zambia

ZWE

C17268

ZIMBABWE

A country in Southern Africa, between South Africa and Zambia. (NCI)

Zimbabwe

DEATHD

C81239

Death Diagnosis

The circumstance or condition that results in the death of a living being. (NCI)

Cause of Death

Death Diagnosis

C81239

Death Diagnosis

The circumstance or condition that results in the death of a living being. (NCI)

Cause of Death

PPSIND

C198403