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coronal plane

the plane that divides the front (anterior) half of the body or brain from the back (posterior) half. Also called frontal plane.

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March 17th 2025

micturition reflex

micturition reflex

reflex contraction of the bladder in response to signals from its stretch receptors. During development, a child learns to suppress the micturition reflex and to control urination. Also called bladder reflex.