Cover
Title Page, Copyright Page, Contents, Key Features, Preface
Acknowledgments
1 Histology & Its Methods of Study
Preparation of Tissues for Study, Light Microscopy
Electron Microscopy, Autoradiography
Cell & Tissue Culture, Enzyme Histochemistry
Visualizing Specific Molecules
Interpretation of Structures in Tissue Sections
Summary of Key Points
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2 The Cytoplasm
Cell Differentiation
The Plasma Membrane,, Cytoplasmic Organelles, The Cytoskeleton
Inclusions
Summary of Key Points
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3 The Nucleus
Components of the Nucleus,, The Cell Cycle , Mitosis
Stem Cells & Tissue Renewal, Meiosis, Apoptosis
Summary of Key Points
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4 Epithelial Tissue
Characteristic Features of Epithelial Cells
Specializations of the Apical Cell Surface
Types of Epithelia, Transport Across Epithelia
Renewal of Epithelial Cells
Summary of Key Points
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5 Connective Tissue
Cells of Connective Tissue
Fibers, Ground Substance, Types of Connective Tissue
Summary of Key Points
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6 Adipose Tissue
White Adipose Tissue, Brown Adipose Tissue
Summary of Key Points
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7 Cartilage
Hyaline Cartilage, Elastic Cartilage
Fibrocartilage, Cartilage Formation, Growth, & Repair
Summary of Key Points
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8 Bone
Bone Cells, Bone Matrix
Periosteum & Endosteum
Types of Bone, Osteogenesis
Bone Remodeling & Repair
Metabolic Role of Bone
Joints
Summary of Key Points
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9 Nerve Tissue & the Nervous System
Development of Nerve Tissue
Neurons, Glial Cells & Neuronal Activity
Central Nervous System, Peripheral Nervous System
Neural Plasticity & Regeneration, Summary of Key Points
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10 Muscle Tissue
Skeletal Muscle, Cardiac Muscle
Smooth Muscle, Regeneration of Muscle Tissue
Summary of Key Points
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11 The Circulatory System
Heart, Tissues of the Vascular Wall
Vasculature, Lymphatic Vascular System
Summary of Key Points
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12 Blood
Composition of Plasma
Blood Cells, Summary of Key Points
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13 Hemopoiesis
Stem Cells, Growth Factors, & Differentiation
Bone Marrow, Maturation of Erythrocytes
Maturation of Granulocytes, Maturation of Agranulocytes
Origin of Platelets, Summary of Key Points
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14 The Immune System & Lymphoid Organs
Innate & Adaptive Immunity
Cytokines, Antigens & Antibodies
Antigen Presentation, Cells of Adaptive Immunity
Thymus, Mucosa-Associated Lymphoid Tissue
Lymph Nodes, Spleen, Summary of Key Points
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15 Digestive Tract
General Structure of the Digestive Tract
Oral Cavity, Esophagus
Stomach, Small Intestine
Large Intestine, Summary of Key Points
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16 Organs Associated with the Digestive Tract
Salivary Glands, Pancreas
Liver, Biliary Tract & Gallbladder
Summary of Key Points
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17 The Respiratory System
Nasal Cavities
Pharynx, Larynx, Trachea
Bronchial Tree & Lung, Lung Vasculature & Nerves
Pleural Membranes, Respiratory Movements
Summary of Key Points
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18 Skin
Epidermis, Dermis
Subcutaneous Tissue, Sensory Receptors
Hair, Nails, Skin Glands
Skin Repair, Summary of Key Points
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19 The Urinary System
Kidneys, Blood Circulation
Renal Function: Filtration, Secretion, & Reabsorption
Ureters, Bladder, & Urethra
Summary of Key Points
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20 Endocrine Glands
Pituitary Gland (Hypophysis)
Adrenal Glands, Pancreatic Islets
Diffuse Neuroendocrine System
Thyroid Gland, Parathyroid Glands
Pineal Gland, Summary of Key Points
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21 The Male Reproductive System
Testes, Intratesticular Ducts
Excretory Genital Ducts, Accessory Glands
Penis, Summary of Key Points
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22 The Female Reproductive System
Ovaries, Uterine Tubes
Major Events of Fertilization, Uterus
Embryonic Implantation, Decidua, & the Placenta
Cervix, Vagina, External Genitalia, Mammary Glands
Summary of Key Points
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23 The Eye & Ear: Special Sense Organs
Eyes: The Photoreceptor System
Ears: The Vestibuloauditory System
Summary of Key Points
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Appendix
Figure Credits
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Product details
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- Authors:
- Published: July 19th 2018
- Edition: 15
- ISBN: 9781260026177
- Format: Print
- Pages: 576