Full Description
Berne & Levy Physiology has long been respected for its scientifically rigorous approach - one that leads to an in-depth understanding of the body's dynamic processes. The South Asia Edition by Drs. Bruce M. Koeppen and Bruce A. Stanton, continues this tradition of excellence. With integrated coverage of biophysics and neurophysiology, key experimental observations and examples, and full-color design and artwork, this mid-size text is "just right" for a strong understanding of this complex field. An organ system-based approach clearly describes all of the mechanisms that control and regulate bodily function.Key experimental observations and examples provide a rich understanding of the body's dynamic processes.
Contents
Section 11. Principles of Cell and Membrane Function2. Homeostasis: Volume and Composition of Body Fluid Compartments3. Signal Transduction, Membrane Receptors, Second Messengers, and Regulation of Gene ExpressionSection 2: The Nervous System4. The Nervous System: Introduction to Cells and Systems5. Generation and Conduction of Action Potentials6. Synaptic Transmission7. The Somatosensory System8. The Special Senses9. Organization of Motor Function10. Higher Functions of the Nervous System11. The Autonomic Nervous System and Its Central ControlSection 3: Muscle12. Skeletal Muscle Physiology13. Cardiac Muscle14. Smooth MuscleSection 4: The Cardiovascular System15. Overview of Circulation16. Elements of Cardiac Function17. Properties of the Vasculature18. Regulation of the Heart and Vasculature19. Integrated Control of the Cardiovascular SystemSection 5: The Respiratory System20. Structure and Function of the Respiratory System21. Static Lung and Chest Wall Mechanics22. Dynamic Lung and Chest Wall Mechanics23. Ventilation (V.), Perfusion (Q.), and V./Q. Relationships24. Oxygen and Carbon Dioxide Transport25. Control of Respiration26. Nonrespiratory Functions of the LungSection 6: Gastrointestinal Physiology27. Functional Anatomy and General Principles of Regulation in the Gastrointestinal Tract28. The Cephalic, Oral, and Esophageal Phases of the Integrated Response to a Meal29. The Gastric Phase of the Integrated Response to a Meal30. The Small Intestinal Phase of the Integrated Response to a Meal31. The Colonic Phase of the Integrated Response to a Meal32. Transport and Metabolic Functions of the LiverSection 7: The Renal System33. Elements of Renal Function34. Solute and Water Transport along the Nephron: Tubular Function35. Control of Body Fluid Osmolality and Volume36. Potassium, Calcium, and Phosphate Homeostasis37. Role of the Kidneys in the Regulation of Acid-Base BalanceSection 8: The Endocrine and Reproductive Systems38. Introduction to the Endocrine System39. Hormonal Regulation of Energy Metabolism40. Hormonal Regulation of Calcium and Phosphate Metabolism41. The Hypothalamus and Pituitary Gland42. The Thyroid Gland43. The Adrenal Glands44. The Male and Female Reproductive Systems
