Process (anatomy)

Process (anatomy)

In anatomy, a process (Latin: "processus") is a projection or outgrowth of tissue from a larger body.

Examples

Examples of processes include:
*the mastoid process
*the xyphoid process
*the acromion process
*the spinous process extends from rearward from the centre of each vertebra.
*coracoid process
*vertebral transverse processes

References

* Dorland's Medical Dictionary


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