- SUBSPECIALTIES OF ANATOMY
Embryology involves the study of the first eight weeks of development succeeding the fertilization of an egg.
Developmental biology emphasizes the study of the complete development of an individual from fertilization to death.
Cell biology discusses the study of the cell structure along with their respective functions.
Histology reviews the study of microscopic structure of tissues.
Surface anatomy analyzes the study of surface body markings in order to understand internal anatomy through means of visualization and palpation.
Gross anatomy pertains to the study of the larger structures of the body; hence it is also referred to as macroscopic anatomy.
Systemic Anatomy refers to the study of the structures that comprises specific body systems.
Regional Anatomy pertains to the study of the structures that involves specific body regions.
Radiographic Anatomy displays the study of body structures that evoked in x-ray images.
Pathological anatomy demonstrates the study of overall structural changes from gross to microscopic that is associated with disease.
SUBSPECIALTIES OF PHYSIOLOGY
Neurophysiology refers to the study of functional properties of nerve cells.
Endocrinology pertains to the study of hormones and how they control body functions.
Cardiovascular physiology applies the study of the functions of the heart and blood vessels.
Immunology introduces the study of the defense mechanism of the body against disease-causing agents.
Respiratory physiology pertains to the study of the lungs along with the connected air passageways
Renal physiology deals with the study of kidney functions.
Exercise physiology presents the study of the function development of cells and organelles through the conduct of physical activities.
Pathophysiology focuses on the study of functional changes related to aging and diseases.
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The hollow space of the cranial cavity performs its function to store the brain in place. Additionally, the bones forming the CRANIAL cavity is what makes it a protective case for the brain as well.