Chapter 1 - Branches Of Anatomy Flashcards
(18 cards)
Study of the complete development of an individual from fertilization to death.
Developmental Biology
Study of cellular structure and functions.
Cell Biology
Study of microscopic structure of tissues
-hist=tissue
Histology
Study of structures that can be examined without a microscope.
Gross Anatomy
Study of the structure of specific systems of the body such as the nervous or respiratory systems.
Systemic Anatomy
Study of specific regions of the body such as head or chest.
Regional Anatomy
Study of surface markings of the body to understand internal anatomy through visualization and palpitations (gentle touch)
Surface Anatomy
Study of body structures that can be visualized with techniques such as x-rays, MRI, and CT scans.
Imaging Anatomy
Study of structural changes (gross to microscopic) associated with disease.
Pathological Anatomy
Study of functional properties of nerve cells
-neuro=nerves
Neurophysiology
Study of hormones (chemical regulators in the blood) and how they control body functions.
- endo=within
- crin=secretion
Endocrinology
Study of the functions of the heart and blood vessels.
- cardi=heart
- vascular=blood vessels
Cardiovascular Physiology
Study of the body’s defenses against disease-causing agents.
-immun=not susceptible
Immunology
Study of the functions of the air passageways and lungs.
-respira=to breathe
Respiratory Physiology
Study of the functions of the kidneys.
-ren=kidney
Renal Physiology
Study of the changes in the cell and organ functions due to muscular activity.
Exercise Physiology
Study of the functional changes associated with disease and aging.
Pathophysiology
The study of the first eight weeks of development after fertilization of a human egg.
Embryology
