An Introduction To Anatomy And Physiology Flashcards
Anatomy
Structures of the body (what, where, associated structures)
Physiology
Functions of anatomical structures
Gross Anatomy
Macroscopic anatomy, examines large and visible structures
Surface Anatomy
Exterior features
Regional anatomy
Body areas
Sectional anatomy
Cross sections, imaging (CT, MRI, PET)
Systemic anatomy
Organ systems
Clinical anatomy
Medical specialties
Developmental anatomy
From conception to adulthood, including embryologu
Microscopic anatomy
Examines cells and molecules
Cytology
Study of cells
Histology
Study of tissues
Cell physiology
Function of cells
Organ physiology
Function of specific organs
Systemic physiology
Functions of organ systems
Pathological physiology
Effects of diseases on organs or systems
Chemical level of organization: Atoms
Smallest stable unit of matter
Chemical level of organization: molecules
Groups of atoms
Cellular level of organization: cells
Smallest living units in body
Tissue level
Group of cells working together
Organ level
Two or more tissues working together
Organ system level
Group of interacting organs
Organism level
Individual life form
Integumentary
Skin, hair, sweat glands, nails
Skeletal
Bones, cartilage, ligaments, bone marrow
Nervous
Brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, sensory organs
Endocrine
Pituitary gland, thyroid, pancreas, adrenal, gonads
Cardiovascular
Heart, blood, blood vessels
Surface anatomy
Locating structures on or near the body surface
Anatomical position
Hands at sides, palms forward
Supine
Lying down, facing up
Prone
Lying down, face down
Anterior
Front
Posterior
Back
Cranial
Skull
Facial
Face
Oral
Mouth
Axillary
Armpit