Radiology 101

A. Fingers (Phalanges)

2nd – 5th finger- with three phalanges (proximal, middle and distal)
Thumb- with two phalanges (proximal and distal)

B. Hand

Five metacarpal bones (base and head)

C. Wrist (Carpals)
Carpal bones (8)
Proximal Row (Lateral to Medial)

Navicular/ Scaphoid
Lunate/ Semilunar

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There are several notes to remember when we x-ray or radiograph the upper extremities, which includes the fingers (phalanges), the hands (metacarpals), the wrist (carpals), the radius and ulna (arm) and the humerus (forearm), of the human body.
 For lateral projections of the forearm
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