Activity 1. Anatomy and Physiology Subspecialties

GUTIERREZ, Nathalie Bianca V. - Activity 1

GUTIERREZ, Nathalie Bianca V. - Activity 1

by Nathalie Bianca Gutierrez -
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  1. Anatomy

  • Gross Anatomy - study of the body structures that can be examined by the naked eye (gross = large)

    • Regional Anatomy - examination of structures per body region

    • Systemic Anatomy - organs with related functions are studied together

    • Surface Anatomy - study of shapes and markings on the body surface

  • 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

  • Neurophysiology - focuses on the function of the nervous system

  • Cardiovascular Physiology - studies the function of the heart and blood vessels

  • Endocrinology: study of hormones

  • Immunology: study of how the body defends itself against disease causing agents

  • Respiratory Physiology: study of functions of the air passageways and lungs

  • Renal Physiology: study of functions of the kidneys

  • Exercise Physiologystudy of changes in cell and organ functions as a result of muscular activity

  • 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.