organ systems Flashcards
intigumentary function
protection, thermoregulation, vitamin d, synthesis, cutaneous secretion
intigumentary organs
hair, nails, skin, cutaneous glands
skeletal functions
movement, support, protection of internal viscera, electrolyte and acid base balance, blood formation.
skeletal organs
bones, cartilages, ligaments
muscular function
movement, stability, heat production, control of body openings, communication
muscular organs
skeletal muscles
nervous function
coordination, motor control and sensation, rapid internal communication
nervous organs
brain, spinal cord, nerves, ganglia
cardiovascular function
fluid, electrolyte and acid-base balance. distribution of oxygen, wastes, and nutrients, hormones, heat, immune cells and antibodies.
cardiovascular organs
heart and blood vessels
lymphatic functions
detection of pathogens, production of immune cells, defense against disease and recovery of access tissue fluid
lymphatic organs
lymphatic vessels, lymph nodes, thymus, spleen, and tonsils
respiratory funtion
acid-base balance, speech, absorption of oxygen and discharge of carbon dioxide
respiratory organs
nose, pharynx, larynx, trachea bronchi, lungs
endocrine function
internal chemical communication and coordination, hormone production
endocrine organs
pineal gland, pituitary gland, parathyriod glands, adrenal glands, thymus, pancreas, ovaries and testies
Renal Function
Elimination of wastes, stimulation of red blood cell formation, regulation of blood volume and pressure, control of fluid, acid-base and electrolyte balance, detoxification.
Renal organs
Kidneys, ureters, urinary bladder and urethra
Digestive Function
Nutrient breakdown and absorption
Digestive organs
Teeth, tongue, salivary glands, esophagus, stomach, small and large intestines, liver, gallbladder and pancreas
Male reproductive Function
Secretion of sex hormones, production and delivery of sperm
Male reproductive organs
Testes, epididymides, spermatic ducts, seminal vesicles, bulbourethral glands, prostate gland, and penis.
Female reproductive function
Secretion of sex hormones, production of eggs, site of fertilization and fetal development, fetal nourishment, birth, lactation
Female reproductive organs
Ovaries, uterine tubes, uterus, vagina, and mammary glands