sternal /ster·nal/ (ster´n'l) of or relating to the sternum.
sternal
ster·nal (stûr n l)adj. Of, relating to, or occurring near the sternum. |
sternal
[stur′nəl]
Etymology: Gk, sternon, chest
pertaining to the sternum.
sternal
pertaining to the sternum.
sternal puncture
insertion of a hollow needle into the manubrium of the sternum for the purpose of obtaining a sample of bone marrow. The sternum is chosen because of its accessibility and because it is a flat bone in many species.
sternal recumbency
the animal lies down on its ventral thoracic and abdominal walls, usually with the legs tucked underneath the body; the sagittal plane is vertical and the head is in a vertical plane. Called also dorsal recumbency.
How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content.
| ?Page tools | ||
|---|---|---|
|