Inferior half of L3

What does "Inferior half of L3" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"Inferior half of L3" refers to the lower part of a specific vertebra in the spine. The spine is made up of many small bones called vertebrae, which are stacked on top of each other. These vertebrae are labeled by region and number. L3 is the third vertebra in the lumbar region, which is the lower back area. So, the "inferior half of L3" simply means the bottom half of this third lumbar vertebra.

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