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Chapter 1.1 A&P
Term | Definition |
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Anatomy | The structure of body parts and their relationships to others |
Physiology | Concerns the function of the body |
Gross or Macroscopic anatomy | The study of large structures visible to the naked eye |
Regional anatomy | Subdivision of gross anatomy that deals with atructures too small to be seen by the naked eye |
Developmental anatomy | Subdivision of gross anatomy that studies anatomical and physiological development throughout life |
Systemic anatomy | Body system is studied system by system |
Surface anatomy | The study of surface internal structures as they relate to the overlying skin surfaces |
Microscopic anatomy | Deals with structures to small to be seen with the naked eye |
Cytology | Microscopic study if cells |
Histology | Microscopic study if tissue |
Renal physiology | The study of kidney function and urine production |
Neurophysiology | Explains the workings of the nervous system |
Cardiovascular physiology | Examines the operation of the heart and blood vessels |