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29 Cards in this Set
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Anatomy
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study of the external and internal structures and the physical relationships between body parts
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Microscopic Anatomy
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used to look at cells.
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Gross Anatomy
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physically touch the specimen, dissect, no enhancement tools (microscopes) used
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cytology
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study of cells
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histology
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study of tissues
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Light Microscopy
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light used to capture image
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Electron Microscopy
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beams of electrons used to capture image
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Scanning Electron Microscopy
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a type of electron microscope that images the sample surface by scanning it with a high-energy beam of electrons in a raster scan pattern
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Transmission Electron Microscopy
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technique whereby a beam of electrons is transmitted through an ultra thin specimen, interacting with the specimen as it passes through.
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Surface Anatomy
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feelings specimens from outside surface
EX: phlebotomist |
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Morphology
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studies form
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Superficial anatomical markings
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when you can name a bone from touch EX: bending elbow and feeling the ulna
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Regional anatomy
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know everything about specific regions EX: thoracic cavity
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Systemic Anatomy
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Look at each system seprately
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Integumentary system
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skin and its derivatives (hair and nails)
Function: protection from desercation (wounds) temperature regulation through sweat, protection from sunlight to make vitamin D precurssor |
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Skeletal System
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bones, cartilages, joints, ligaments, tendons
Function: helps to maintain shape and form, protection of internal organs. Blood Cell production |
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Joints
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help us move around, physical manipulation of environment
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Ligaments
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connective tissue connecting muscle to bone
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Muscular System
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composed of connective tissue wrappings
Function: movement of skeletal system, help maintain a warm body temperature, help you stand still |
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Nervous System
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nerve cells, neurons, brain, spine, spinal nerves
Function: control center of body |
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Endocrine System
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Funciton: hormone producing
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Pituiary Gland
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produces growth hormone in bones
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Repiratory System
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bring oxygen and release carbon dioxide
Function: Exchange of Gases Parts: Lungs, trachea, larynx |
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Digestive System
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Function: Absorption of nutrients and getting rid of waste reabsorbing water in large intestines
Urine dervied from plasma |
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Reproductive System
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Function: reproduce
testes, ovaries, mammary gland |
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Cardiovascular System
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Function: blood transportation of nutrients and gases
Heart, vessels, arteries/veins |
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Lymphoid System
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Function: picks up waste that is used by cells
Lymphnodes, thymous |
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Spleen
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filters blood cells
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Anatomical Position
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standing straight up with palms facing anteriorly
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