Ch 1 Flashcards
Gross Anatomy
“Macroscopic anatomy”; the study of structures and features that are visible to the naked (unaided) eye
What is Surface Anatomy?
the study of general anatomical form, or Morphology, and how superficial (surface) anatomical markings relate to deeper anatomical structures
The study of anatomy based upon the body’s organ systems
Systemic Anatomy
What is Regional Anatomy?
the study of the superficial and internal features in a specific area of the body, such as the head, neck, or trunk
The study of structures that cannot be seen without magnification
Microscopic Anatomy
What is Cytology?
analyzes the internal structure of cells, the smallest units of life
Examines tissues, groups of specialized cells and cell products that work together and perform specific functions
Histology
What is Physiology?
the study of the function of bodily structures and we explain physiological mechanisms in terms of the underlying anatomy
What is Homeostasis?
the maintenance of a relatively constant internal environment suitable for the survival of cells, tissues, and organs
What are the two specialties Microscopic Anatomy is subdivided into?
Cytology and Histology
What are the levels of structural organization?
- Chemical (molecular) level
- Cellular level
- Tissue level
- Organ level
- Organ system level
- Organism level
Standing with legs together, flat feet on the floor, with hands at the sides and palms facing forward
Anatomical position
What is Anterior?
Front view
What is Posterior?
Back view
A person lying down in the anatomical position when lying face up is said to be what?
Supine
A person lying down in the anatomical position lying face down is what?
Prone
When are the directional terms Distal and Proximal used? What does each mean?
- When referencing Apendages such as arms and legs
- Distal= further from attachment site
- Proximal= closer to attachment site
What is the body plane Sagittal? Midsagittal and Parasagittal?
- Cuts into left and right parts
- Equal left and right parts
- Not equal left and right parts
What is the Frontal/Coronal body plane?
Anterior and Posterior parts
What is the Transverse/Horizontal body plane?
Superior and Inferior parts
What is the function of the Integumentary system?
Protects against environmental hazards and helps control body temp
Which organ system supports/protects tissues, stores minerals, and forms blood cells?
Skeletal system
