Prosection
Prosection
Prosection (pronounced proh-SEK-shun) is a term used in the field of anatomy to describe the dissection of a cadaver or part of a cadaver by an experienced anatomist in order to demonstrate anatomical structure for students. The term is derived from the Latin prosectus, meaning "to cut before".
Etymology
The term "prosection" is derived from the Latin prosectus, which is a combination of pro (meaning "before") and sectus (meaning "cut"). This term was first used in the context of anatomy in the 19th century.
Related Terms
- Dissection: The process of disassembling and observing something to determine its internal structure. In the context of anatomy, this often refers to the process of studying the human body by cutting it into parts.
- Cadaver: A dead human body that is used by medical students and professionals for study and research.
- Anatomist: A scientist who studies the structure of organisms, including humans.
- Anatomy: The branch of biology concerned with the study of the structure of organisms and their parts.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Prosection
- Wikipedia's article - Prosection
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