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An Introductory Approach to Human Physiology
An Introductory Approach to Human Physiology
| Author/Editor : | Satyajit Tripathy, Barsha Dassarma, Motlalepula Gilbert Matsabisa |
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| Pages : | 353 |
| Specialty : | Physiology (medical) |
| Book Type : | Text Book |
Human Physiology is the study of normal function within human body. This sub-section of biology, wraps several topics like organs, tissue, cells, biological compounds, and the way of interaction to make life possible. This textbook provides an introductory explanation of the workings of the human body, with an effort to draw connections between the body systems and explain their interdependencies. An outline for the book is to understand how the body maintains steadiness within each system and environment. This is for a college-level course. The requirement for having a concise book, which will give a basic idea about human body of BDS, Nursing and undergraduate students, has been felt. Authors have tried to reach with the idea of fulfilling the requirements on the present-day courses.
1. Cell Physiology 1-18
Cell
Structure of the cell
Nucleus
Cytoplasm
Secretory granules
Cell Junctions
Cell Transport
Homeostasis
Acid-base homeostasis
2. Blood and body defense 19-57
Composition of the Blood
Plasma proteins
Hematopoiesis
Red Blood cell indices
Haemostasis
Blood types
Lymphatic System and Lymph
Blood and immune system
3. Cardiovascular System 58-84
Origin and development
Atria and ventricles
Cardiac valves
Heart Sound
Blood Vessels
Arteries and Arterioles
Capillaries
Veins and Venules
Blood supply to the heart
Heart Beat
Heart rate or Pulse rate
Stroke Volume
Cardiac Output
Electrocardiogram (ECG)
Control of Blood Pressure
Heart disease
4. Gastrointestinal system 85-119
Introduction to the gastrointestinal system
Basic structure and Physiological activity
Individual components of the gastrointestinal system
Mechanism of Acid Secretion
Metabolic Functions of the Live
Biliary Excretion of Waste Products: Elimination of Bilirubin
Secretion of Bile and the Role of Bile Acids In Digestion
Role of Bile Acids in Fat Digestion and Absorption
Role of Bile Acids in Cholesterol Homeostasis
Digestive System Physiology
Digestion, absorption and transport of carbohydrate
Digestion, absorption and transport of protein
Digestion, absorption and transport of fat
Absorption of Water and Electrolytes
Common disorders
5. Muscular System 120-141
Muscle Structure and Function
Structure and Actions of Skeletal Muscles
The excitation–contraction coupling (ECC) in skeletal muscle
Mechanisms of skeletal muscle Contraction
Neural Control of Skeletal Muscles
Smooth muscle:
Contraction of smooth muscle:
Electromyogram:
Cardiac muscle
6. Endocrine System 142-163
Hormone Properties
Hormonal Regulation
Classes of Hormones
Hypothalamus
Pituitary Gland
Pineal Gland
Parathyroid Glands
Adrenal Glands
Pancreas
Gonads
Thymus
Other Hormone Producing Organs
Adrenomyeloneuropathy
Addison’s disease
Graves’ disease
Mechanism of Hormone action
Endocrine Control of Calcium and Phosphate Homeostasis
7. Reproductive system 164-208
Development of the Sexual Organs in the Embryo and Fetus
The Male Reproductive System
The Female reproductive system
The menstrual cycle
Ovulation
Physiology of Pregnancy
Mammary gland and lactation
Human Milk
Stages of fetal development
Birth control
Sexually Transmitted Diseases
8. Respiratory System 209-228
Anatomy of the Respiratory System
Physiology of the Respiratory System
Pulmonary Ventilation
Respiratory Volumes and capacities
Transportation of Gases
Basic Principles of Gas Exchange
Carbon Dioxide Transport
Gas Exchange across the Alveoli
Homeostatic Control of Respiration
Health Issues Affecting the Respiratory System
9. Urinary system 229-258
Kidneys
Intra-renal network of blood vessels
Maintenance of Homeostasis
Production of Hormones
Formation and composition of urine
Glomerular filtration
The concentration of urine
Regulation of acid-base balance
Micturition
Micturition Reflex - Neural Control of Urination
Tests of renal function
The role of hormones in renal function
10. Nervous system 259-298
Introduction to Nervous System
Reflex Activity
Physiology of Pain
Brain
Thalamus
Cerebellum
Basal Ganglia
Cerebral Cortex
Limbic System
Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF)
Autonomic Nervous System (ANS).
Electrical activity of the brain
11. Special Senses 299-315
The Eye and Vision
Photo-chemical activity in retina and conversion into neural impulse
Myopia, Hyperopia, Presbyopia, & Astigmatism
The Ear: Hearing and Balance
Mechanism of Hearing
Chemical Senses: Taste and Smell
Olfaction: Sense of smell
Gustation: Sense of Taste
12. Introduction of Genetics 316-325
DNA discovery
DNA and RNA in cells
Structural model of a DNA double helix.
Properties of RNA
Chromosomes
Genetic Inheritance
DNA Replication
Transcription / DNA transcription
Translation
Glossary 326-354
Satyajit Tripathy, M. Sc. (Human Physiology), Ph. D., Currently he is working in Department of Pharmacology and Physiology, University of the Free State, Bloemfontein, South Africa. He did Graduation and post-graduation in Human Physiology from Vidyasagar University, India. He has taught physiology at undergraduate level in general Degree College and dental colleges in India. He has published his research works in national and international journals.
Barsha Dassarma, M.Sc. (Physiology), Ph.D., She is working as a Post-doctoral fellow in the Dept. of Pharmacology and Physiology, University of the Free State, Bloemfontein, SA. She had completed graduation and post-graduation in Human Physiology from Vidyasagar University, W.B., India. She has taught undergraduate students of Physiology in Midnapore College, India. She has received Fellowship from Department of Science and Technology (Govt of India) under women Scientists Scheme- B (WOS-B). She has been awarded “Prof. Sacchidananda Banerjee Memorial Research Prize, 2017” (Young Scientists Award, 2017) from “The Physiological Society of India”. She has published her research articles in different national and international journals.
Motlalepula Gilbert Matsabisa M.Sc., Ph.D. He is currently the Director of the Indigenous Knowledge Systems (Health) Lead Programme (IKS) at the Department of Pharmacology and Physiology, Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of the Free State. He served on South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) and he is a current member of the Complementary Medicines Committee of Medicines Control Council (MCC). He served on the DOH Traditional Health Practitioners Council and Chaired the Research and Health Committee of the same council, member of the WHO Afro Regional Expert Committee on Traditional Medicines. He serves in the Steering Committee on Regional Initiative on Traditional Medicines and HIV and AIDS in Eastern & Southern Africa (RITMA), an advisory member of the Indian Traditional Medicines Systems. He is also a member of the steering committee on access and benefit-sharing review of the Biodiversity Management Act. Prof.Matsabisa is also a member of the SADC committee on access and benefit –sharing and has served as a technical advisor to SADC secretariat and WHO on traditional medicines.
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