Anatomy and body systems
RUQ medical abbreviation
RUQ means "right upper quadrant".
Each meaning matched at least two public references (3 in all for RUQ), checked October 23, 2026. The table lists them.
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What RUQ means
| Meaning | Latin origin | Where used | Checked against |
|---|---|---|---|
| right upper quadrant | None | Charting |
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What does RUQ mean in medical terms?
RUQ means "right upper quadrant".
Where is RUQ used?
RUQ shows up in charting. Its category here is anatomy and body systems.
Is RUQ on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list?
No. RUQ is not on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list or the ISMP error-prone list as checked on October 23, 2026.