Anatomy & Physiology

Question 1

Define Anatomy

Answer 1

The study of Body parts, forms and structures.

Question 2

What are the Subdivisions of Anatomy?

Answer 2

• Gross (Macroscopic) Anatomy = Study of large body parts such as the heart, brain, Kidneys and skin.
  -Regional Anatomy = All structures in certain body regions (for example a study of the arm would include muscle, bones, skin, blood vessels and nerves.
• Systemic Anatomy = Body systems studied (for example heart = cardiovascular system+ blood vessels of the whole body.
• Surface Anatomy = internal structures related to overlaying skin. Usually small body structures requiring microscope.
• Microscopic Anatomy = Small body structures requiring a microscope. CYTOLOGY = Focuses on cells. HISTOLOGY= Focuses on body tissues.
  Developmental Anatomy = structured changes throughout life span. Embryology focuses on developmental anatomy which are changes before birth.
  Pathological Anatomy = focuses on disease and structural changes that occur as a result.
  Radiographic Anatomy = Focuses on internal structures via X-ray, CT scan and MRI scan.
  Molecular Anatomy = Focuses on sub cellular particles.

Question 3

Define Physiology

Answer 3

Is the study of the body function.

Usually focuses on cellular and molecular activities.

Question 4

What are the Classifications of Physiology?

Answer 4

• Respiratory Physiology. - Endocrinology
• Cardiovascular Physiology. - Immunology.
• Neurophysiology. - Pathophysiology.
• Renal Physiology.