Introduction Flashcards
Define anatomy
The study of structure and the relationships among structures
Define physiology
Deals with the functioning of organisms and their parts / and how they work
List a few branches of anatomy
Embryology; developmental biology; cell biology; histology; sectional anatomy; gross anatomy; systemic anatomy; regional anatomy; surface anatomy; imaging anatomy; pathological anatomy
What is embryology?
Study of (in humans) the first eight weeks of development after fertilisation of the egg
What is developmental biology?
The study of the complete developmental history of an individual from fertilisation to death
What is cell biology?
study of cellular structure and function
What is histology?
study of microscopic structure of tissues
What is sectional anatomy?
study of internal structure and relationships of the body through the use of sections
What is gross anatomy?
study of structures that can be examined without using a microscope
What is systemic anatomy?
study of structure specific systems of the body (such as nervous)
What is regional anatomy?
study of specific regions of the body such as the head or chest
What is surface anatomy?
study of surface markings of the body to understand the relationships of deep or internal anatomy through visualization and palpation
What is imaging anatomy?
study of body structures that can be visualized with x-rays, CT scans, MRI and so on
What is pathological anatomy?
study of structural changes (from gross to microscopic) associated with disease
What are the levels of organization ? (6)
Chemical, Cellular, Tissue, Organ, System, Organism
What are the 11 systems of the human body?
Integumentary, skeletal, muscular, cardiovascular, lymphatic system and immunity, nervous system, endocrine system, respiratory system, digestive system, urinary system & reproductive system
What are components of the integumentary system?
skin, structures like hair, fingernails, toenails, sweat glands, oil glands, the subcutaneous layer
What are functions of the integumentary system?
to protect the body; help regulate body temperature; eliminate some wastes; help make vitamin D; detect sensations (touch, pain, warmth, cold); stores fat and provides insulation