# foundational model of anatomy

## Foundational Model of Anatomy

A domain ontology that represents a coherent body of knowledge about human anatomy.

#### Notes

* The abbreviation for *Foundational Model of Anatomy* is FMA.
* FMA is a computer-based knowledge source for use in biomedical informatics.
* FMA was developed and is maintained by the Structural Informatics Group at the University of Washington.
* SNOMED CT uses FMA definitions \_\_ for some concepts.

## Alternative

* FMA

## Related Links

* [Foundational Model of Anatomy](http://sig.biostr.washington.edu/projects/fm/AboutFM.html)

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