Description
Take a simple approach to understanding the fundamentals with Wheater's Functional Histology. Offering concise text accompanied by hundreds of captions and images of histology slides, this best-selling textbook will equip you with all the must-know histology information you need to complete your courses and ace your exams.All (print) purchasers receive the complete, downloadable eBook (via Student Consult) - which now includes an all new bank of multiple choice questions to test your understanding and aid exam preparation.- Recognize the microscopic structure of normal human tissues and how it relates to function with the help of over 900 high-quality histology images and illustrations- Master how to apply histology in a clinical context through coverage of common clinical conditions in each chapter- Access the entire contents online at Student Consult, including all of the images, a virtual histolab, and USMLE-style self-assessment questions and rationales
Table of Contents
Part 1—The cell1. Cell Structure and Function2. Cell Cycle and ReplicationPart 2—Basic tissue types3. Blood, Haemopoiesis and Bone Marrow4. Supporting/Connective Tissues5. Epithelial Tissues6. Muscle7. Nervous TissuesPart 3—Organ systems8. Circulatory System9. Skin10. Skeletal Tissues11. Immune System12. Respiratory System13. Oral Tissues14. Gastrointestinal Tract15. Liver and Pancreas16. Urinary System17. The Endocrine System18. Male Reproductive System19. Female Reproductive System20. Central Nervous System21. Special Sense OrgansAppendices1: Introduction to Microscopy2: Notes on Staining Techniques3: Glossary of Terms
