Human Microanatomy : Cell Tissue and Organ Histology with Celebrity Medical Histories

Human Microanatomy is a comprehensive histology text that analyzes human structure and function from the subcellular to organ level of organization. In addition to emphasizing medically relevant information, each chapter considers developmental and evolutionary aspects of microanatomy while also using celebrity medical histories to help provide real-world context for accompanying descriptions of normal histology. The book is richly illustrated with over 1400 full-color micrographs and drawings assembled into cohesive groupings with detailed captions to help elucidate key histological concepts. Text illustrations are further supplemented by hundreds of other light and electron micrographs available in a free digital atlas covering a broad spectrum of microanatomy. Each text chapter also includes a preview, pictorial summary, and self-study quiz to highlight and review essential elements of histology. By incorporating features like medical histories, biological correlates, and various study aids, Human Microanatomy provides an appealing and informative treatment of histology for readers who are interested in the structural bases of cell, tissue, and organ functioning. KEY FEATURES: Uses celebrity medical histories to help provide context for descriptions of normal histology Supplements medically relevant information with developmental and evolutionary correlates of microanatomy Contains 1400+ full-color micrographs and drawings that illustrate a wide range of histological features Offers free access to an ancillary online atlas with hundreds of additional light and electron micrographs Includes helpful study aids such as chapter previews, pictorial summaries, and self-study quizzes Presents a novel and comprehensive account of the structure and function of human cells, tissues, and organs Human Microanatomy is a comprehensive histology text that analyzes human structure and function from the subcellular to organ level of organization. In addition to emphasizing medically relevant information, each chapter considers developmental and evolutionary aspects of microanatomy while also using celebrity medical histories to help provide context for accompanying descriptions of normal histology. As key elements of those descriptions, various microanatomical features are illustrated in over 1400 images ranging from concept-clarifying line drawings to high-resolution light and electron micrographs. Text illustrations are further organized into cohesive collections with detailed captions that routinely link molecular and cellular aspects to anatomical and physiological properties. Each chapter also includes a preview, pictorial summary, and self-study quiz to help elucidate important concepts. By incorporating features like medical histories, biological correlates, and annotated image plates, Human Microanatomy aims to provide an appealing and informative treatment of histology for readers who are interested in the structural bases of cell, tissue, and organ functioning. Key Features - Uses celebrity medical histories to provide context for descriptions of normal histology - Supplements medically relevant information with developmental/evolutionary correlates - Contains 1400+ illustrations organized into cohesive groupings with explanatory captions - Includes study aids such as chapter previews, pictorial summaries, and self-study quizzes - Provides a novel and comprehensive treatment of histology "Human Microanatomy is a comprehensive histology text that analyzes human structure and function from the subcellular to organ level of organization. In addition to emphasizing medically relevant information, each chapter considers developmental and evolutionary aspects of microanatomy while also using celebrity medical histories to help provide context for accompanying descriptions of normal histology. As key elements of those descriptions, various microanatomical features are illustrated in over 1400 images ranging from concept-clarifying line drawings to high-resolution light and electron micrographs. Text illustrations are further organized into cohesive collections with detailed captions that routinely link molecular and cellular aspects to anatomical and physiological properties. Each chapter also includes a preview, pictorial summary, and self-study quiz to help elucidate important concepts. By incorporating features like medical histories, biological correlates, and annotated image plates, Human Microanatomy aims to provide an appealing and informative treatment of histology for readers who are interested in the structural bases of cell, tissue, and organ functioning"-- Provided by publisher Cover Half Title Title Page Copyright Page Dedication Contents Preface Acknowledgments Online Digital Atlas and Instructor Resources PART I: CELL AND TISSUE HISTOLOGY–OVERVIEW OF HISTOLOGY,CELL STRUCTURE, AND TISSUES 1. Introduction to Human Microanatomy and its Associated Techniques 2. Primer of Cellular Ultrastructure 3. Overview of Embryology and the Four Basic Tissue Types with Emphasis on Epithelium and Connective Tissue Proper 4. Cartilage and Bone 5. Adipose Tissue PART II: TISSUE AND ORGANHISTOLOGY– BLOOD,CIRCULATORY AND LYMPHATIC SYSTEMS, MUSCLES, NERVOUS SYSTEM, AND SKIN 6. Blood 7. Circulatory and Lymphatic Systems 8. Muscles 9. Nervous System 10. Skin PART III: ORGAN HISTOLOGY—DIGESTIVE, RESPIRATORY,AND ENDOCRINE SYSTEMS 11. Digestive System I: Oral Cavity 12. Digestive System II: Pharynx to Anus 13. Digestive System III: Liver, Gallbladder, and Pancreas 14. Respiratory System 15. Endocrine System PART IV: ORGAN HISTOLOGY– URINARY SYSTEM, REPRODUCTIVESYSTEMS, AND SENSORYORGANS 16. Urinary System 17. Male Reproductive System 18. Female Reproductive System 19. Eyes 20. Ears Figure Citations for Medical Histories Index