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AP CHP 1
Term | Definition |
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Anatomy | Structures of the body/ their physical relationships |
Physiology | Study of function/ how processes work |
Gross Anatomy (Macroscopic) | Examines large visible structures, visible with the naked eye |
Regional Anatomy | Body areas |
Systematic Anatomy | Organ Systems |
Microscopic Anatomy | The study of structures that cannot be seen without magnification |
Cytology | Study of the individual cell |
Histology | Study of tissues (group of cells that make an organ) |
Human Physiology | Study of functions of the human body |
Cell Physiology | Function of cell, chemistry of cells inside and how they communicate |
Pathological Physiology | Effects of diseases on organs or systems functions |
Sign vs Symptoms | Symptoms subjective: reported by patient Signs objective: reported by clinician |
Body Organization Level 1: Chemical | Atoms combine to form molecules |
Cellular | Are the smallest living units in the body |
Tissue | A group of cells working together to perform 1 or more functions |
Organ | Made of 2 or more tissues working together for a specific purpose |
Organ System | A group of organs interacting to perform one or more functions |
Organism | An individual life form |
Surface Anatomy | Locating structures on or near the body surface that can be seen and used as reference points (body position) |
Anatomical Landmarks | Structures that can be felt |
Anatomical Regions | Specific areas used for reference purposes |
Anatomical Directions | Closer or further away from a structure or plane |
Anatomical Position | Hands at sides, palms forward Posterior (dorsal) Anterior (ventral) |
Supine | Lying down, face up |
Prone | Lying down, face down |
Lateral Recumbent | Lying on side (variations/either side) |