Autonomic neurons that lead away from a ganglion.
Posterior
Popliteal Fossa
The depression in the posterior aspect of the knee joint.
Polypeptide
Compound formed by the linkage of a large number of amino acids.
Pneumotaxic Center
Area in the medulla of the brain that reduces the duration of inspiration and facilitates the onset of expiration.
Pleural Fluid
Fluid secreted by the pleura.
Pleural Cavity
The space between the two (visceral and parietal) layers of the pleura.
Platelet
The smallest cell present in the blood; helps stop bleeding at the time of injury.