Seeley's essentials of anatomy & physiology

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About the Authors
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Contents
Preface
Chapter-by-Chapter Changes
List of Clinical Impact Essays
Acknowledgments
Chapter 1 The Human Organism
	1.1 Anatomy
	1.2 Physiology
	1.3 Structural and Functional Organization of the Human Body
	1.4 Characteristics of Life
	1.5 Homeostasis
	1.6 Terminology and the Body Plan
Chapter 2 The Chemical Basis of Life
	2.1 Basic Chemistry
	2.2 Chemical Reactions
	2.3 Acids and Bases
	2.4 Inorganic Molecules
	2.5 Organic Molecules
Chapter 3 Cell Structures and Their Functions
	3.1 Cell Structure
	3.2 Functions of the Cell
	3.3 Cell Membrane
	3.4 Movement Through the Cell Membrane
	3.5 Organelles
	3.6 Whole-Cell Activity
	3.7 Cellular Aspects of Aging
Chapter 4 Tissues
	4.1 Tissues and Histology
	4.2 Epithelial Tissue
	4.3 Connective Tissue
	4.4 Muscle Tissue
	4.5 Nervous Tissue
	4.6 Tissue Membranes
	4.7 Tissue Damage and Inflammation
	4.8 Tissue Repair
	4.9 Effects of Aging on Tissues
Chapter 5 Integumentary System
	5.1 Functions of the Integumentary System
	5.2 Skin
	5.3 Subcutaneous Tissue
	5.4 Accessory Skin Structures
	5.5 Physiology of the Integumentary System
	5.6 Integumentary System as a Diagnostic Aid
	5.7 Burns
	5.8 Skin Cancer
	5.9 Effects of Aging on the Integumentary System
Chapter 6 Skeletal System: Bones and Joints
	6.1 Functions of the Skeletal System
	6.2 Extracellular Matrix
	6.3 General Features of Bone
	6.4 Bone and Calcium Homeostasis
	6.5 General Considerations of Bone Anatomy
	6.6 Axial Skeleton
	6.7 Appendicular Skeleton
	6.8 Joints
	6.9 Effects of Aging on the Skeletal System and Joints
Chapter 7 Muscular System
	7.1 Functions of the Muscular System
	7.2 General Properties of Muscle Tissue
	7.3 Characteristics of Skeletal Muscle
	7.4 Smooth Muscle and Cardiac Muscle
	7.5 Skeletal Muscle Anatomy
	7.6 Effects of Aging on Skeletal Muscle
Chapter 8 Nervous System
	8.1 Functions of the Nervous System
	8.2 Divisions of the Nervous System
	8.3 Cells of the Nervous System
	8.4 Electrical Signals and Neural Pathways
	8.5 Central and Peripheral Nervous Systems
	8.6 Spinal Cord
	8.7 Spinal Nerves
	8.8 Brain
	8.9 Sensory Functions
	8.10 Somatic Motor Functions
	8.11 Other Brain Functions
	8.12 Meninges, Ventricles, and Cerebrospinal Fluid
	8.13 Cranial Nerves
	8.14 Autonomic Nervous System
	8.15 Enteric Nervous System
	8.16 Effects of Aging on the Nervous System
Chapter 9 Senses
	9.1 Sensation
	9.2 Sensory Receptors
	9.3 General Senses
	9.4 Special Senses
	9.5 Olfaction
	9.6 Taste
	9.7 Vision
	9.8 Hearing and Balance
	9.9 Effects of Aging on the Senses
Chapter 10 Endocrine System
	10.1 Principles of Chemical Communication
	10.2 Functions of the Endocrine System
	10.3 Characteristics of the Endocrine System
	10.4 Hormones
	10.5 Control of Hormone Secretion
	10.6 Hormone Receptors and Mechanisms of Action
	10.7 Endocrine Glands and Their Hormones
	10.8 Other Hormones
	10.9 Effects of Aging on the Endocrine System
Chapter 11 Blood
	11.1 Functions of Blood
	11.2 Composition of Blood
	11.3 Plasma
	11.4 Formed Elements
	11.5 Preventing Blood Loss
	11.6 Blood Grouping
	11.7 Diagnostic Blood Tests
Chapter 12 Heart
	12.1 Functions of the Heart
	12.2 Size, Form, and Location of the Heart
	12.3 Anatomy of the Heart
	12.4 Histology of the Heart
	12.5 Electrical Activity of the Heart
	12.6 Cardiac Cycle
	12.7 Heart Sounds
	12.8 Regulation of Heart Function
	12.9 Effects of Aging on the Heart
Chapter 13 Blood Vessels and Circulation
	13.1 Functions of the Circulatory System
	13.2 General Features of Blood Vessel Structure
	13.3 Blood Vessels of the Pulmonary Circulation
	13.4 Blood Vessels of the Systemic Circulation: Arteries
	13.5 Blood Vessels of the Systemic Circulation: Veins
	13.6 Physiology of Circulation
	13.7 Control of Blood Flow in Tissues
	13.8 Regulation of Arterial Pressure
	13.9 Effects of Aging on the Blood Vessels
Chapter 14 Lymphatic System and Immunity
	14.1 Functions of the Lymphatic System
	14.2 Anatomy of the Lymphatic System
	14.3 Immunity
	14.4 Innate Immunity
	14.5 Adaptive Immunity
	14.6 Acquired Immunity
	14.7 Overview of Immune Interactions
	14.8 Immunotherapy
	14.9 Effects of Aging on the Lymphatic System and Immunity
Chapter 15 Respiratory System
	15.1 Functions of the Respiratory System
	15.2 Anatomy of the Respiratory System
	15.3 Ventilation and Respiratory Volumes
	15.4 Gas Exchange
	15.5 Gas Transport in the Blood
	15.6 Rhythmic Breathing
	15.7 Respiratory Adaptations to Exercise
	15.8 Effects of Aging on the Respiratory System
Chapter 16 Digestive System
	16.1 Functions of the Digestive System
	16.2 Anatomy and Histology of the Digestive System
	16.3 Oral Cavity, Pharynx, and Esophagus
	16.4 Stomach
	16.5 Small Intestine
	16.6 Liver and Pancreas
	16.7 Large Intestine
	16.8 Digestion, Absorption, and Transport
	16.9 Effects of Aging on the Digestive System
Chapter 17 Nutrition, Metabolism, and Body Temperature Regulation
	17.1 Nutrition
	17.2 Metabolism
	17.3 Body Temperature Regulation
Chapter 18 Urinary System and Fluid Balance
	18.1 Functions of the Urinary System
	18.2 Anatomy of the Kidneys
	18.3 Urine Production
	18.4 Regulation of Urine Concentration and Volume
	18.5 Urine Movement
	18.6 Body Fluid Compartments
	18.7 Regulation of Extracellular Fluid Composition
	18.8 Regulation of Acid-Base Balance
Chapter 19 Reproductive System
	19.1 Functions of the Reproductive System
	19.2 Formation of Gametes
	19.3 Male Reproductive System
	19.4 Physiology of Male Reproduction
	19.5 Female Reproductive System
	19.6 Physiology of Female Reproduction
	19.7 Effects of Aging on the Reproductive System
Chapter 20 Development, Heredity, and Aging
	20.1 Prenatal Development
	20.2 Parturition
	20.3 The Newborn
	20.4 Lactation
	20.5 First Year Following Birth
	20.6 Life Stages
	20.7 Genetics
Appendices
	A: Table of Measurements
	B: Some Reference Laboratory Values
	C: Answers to Process Figure Questions
	D: Answers to Critical Thinking Questions
	E: Answers to Apply It Questions
	F: Selected Abbreviations
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