Physiology with Pharmacology Flashcards
1
Q
Define physiology.
A
The study of life’s processes.
2
Q
Define pharmacology.
A
The study of how chemical substances interact with living systems.
3
Q
What is the difference between physiology and anatomy?
A
Physiology is processes and anatomy is structure.
4
Q
What is the difference between positive and negative feedback?
A
+ve: Adjustment in the same direction.
-ve: Adjustment in the opposite direction.
5
Q
Name some tools, techniques and models to study physiology.
A
Whole body measuring. Patch clamp rig (molecular). Pipette. Cell culture. Antibodies. Animal models.
6
Q
Where is the autonomic NS found?
A
Afferent (visceral) NS of the PNS.
7
Q
How is the autonomic NS divided?
A
Sympathetic and Parasympathetic.
