ZOO 3733C Chapter Notes - Chapter 1: Diffusion Mri, Hyaline Cartilage, Medullary Cavity
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Anatomy is the study of the structure of the human body (morphology). It is closely related to physiology (the study of body functions): sub-disciplines of anatomy include: Gross anatomy: based on the dissection of the body, deals with tissues larger than. Histology: study of structures of cells or tissues or microscopic details of organs. Can be investigated at light microscopy or electron microscopy levels. Systemic anatomy: studies structures of various systems in the body (ex. skeletal, muscular, nervous, cardiovascular, digestive, urinary, and respiratory systems) Regional anatomy: discusses structures in various regions of the body (ex. back & lower limb, upper limb & thorax, abdomen & pelvis, and head & neck) Surface anatomy: corresponds to shapes and marking on the body surface. Functional anatomy: deals with the function of body structures. Radiographic/other imaging techniques: studies the body using x-rays or other techniques (mri, ultrasound, pet) Embryology: studies the development of the body before birth.
