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Anatomy
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Gross Anatomy - study of the body structures that can be examined by the naked eye (gross = large)
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Regional Anatomy - examination of structures per body region
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Systemic Anatomy - organs with related functions are studied together
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Surface Anatomy - study of shapes and markings on the body surface
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Microscopic Anatomy - study of the structures that only seen with a microscope; focuses on cells, organelles, tissues, and the microscopic details of the body
Physiology
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Neurophysiology - focuses on the function of the nervous system
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Cardiovascular Physiology - studies the function of the heart and blood vessels
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Endocrinology: study of hormones
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Immunology: study of how the body defends itself against disease causing agents
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Respiratory Physiology: study of functions of the air passageways and lungs
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Renal Physiology: study of functions of the kidneys
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Exercise Physiology: study of changes in cell and organ functions as a result of muscular activity
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Pathophysiology: study of functional changes associated with disease and aging
2. Our kidney is composed of tiny filtering units called nephrons, allowing it to excrete waste by-products.