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
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3 The Nucleus
Components of the Nucleus
The Cell Cycle
Mitosis
Stem Cells & Tissue Renewal
Meiosis
Apoptosis
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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
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6 Adipose Tissue
White Adipose Tissue
Brown Adipose Tissue
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7 Cartilage
Hyaline Cartilage
Elastic Cartilage
Fibrocartilage
Cartilage Formation, Growth, & Repair
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8 Bone
Bone Cells
Bone Matrix
Periosteum & Endosteum
Types of Bone
Osteogenesis
Bone Remodeling & Repair
Metabolic Role of Bone
Joints
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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
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10 Muscle Tissue
Skeletal Muscle
Cardiac Muscle
Smooth Muscle
Regeneration of Muscle Tissue
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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
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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
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16 Organs Associated with the Digestive Tract
Salivary Glands
Pancreas
Liver
Biliary Tract & Gallbladder
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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
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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
Index