Vibha Anand, Chapter 1, Human Body Systems

What does ana- mean?

up

What does tome mean?

cutting

What is the definition of Anatomy?

The scientific study of body structure (morphology) and development

Who was Andreas Vesalius

The Father of Anatomy

What is the Nomina Anatomica

A convention where they cofer and agree on the anatomic names of the body parts

What are the levels of organization within the human body

Cells, Tissues, Organs, Organ Systems, Organism

What is gross anatomy?

The study of body structures visible to the naked eye, including organs and systems.

What is surface anatomy?

The study of the external features of the body and how they relate to deeper structures. It is often used in clinical settings to locate structures beneath the skin.

What does palpate mean

touch/feel

WHat is radiological anatomy?

The study of body structures using imaging techniques such as X-rays, CT scans, and MRIs to visualize internal organs and systems.

What is systemic anatomy

The study of the body’s organ systems and how they interact, focusing on the relationships and functions of various organs within a specific system.

What is histology

The study of tissues at the microscopic level, examining the structure, composition, and functions of tissues in various organs.

What is cytology

The study of cells, their structure, function, and physiological properties, as well as their interactions with their environments.

What is embryology

The study of the development of embryos from fertilization to birth, including the formation of structures and organ systems.

What is teratology

The study of abnormal development in embryos and the factors that cause birth defects, including genetic and environmental influences.

What is a zygote

A fertilized egg cell formed from the union of a sperm and an ovum, marking the beginning of development in organisms.

What is comparative anatomy

Comparing anatomy to other animals

What does patho- mean

Abnormal

What is superior

toward the head

What is inferior

toward the tail end of the body

What is anterior ( ventral )

toward the front of the body

What is posterior ( dorsal )

toward the back of the body

What is medial

near the midline of the body

What is lateral

away from the midline of the body

What is proximal

nearer to the torso

What is distal

farther away from the torso

What is superficial

toward the surface of the body

What is deep ( internal )

deep within the body

What is parietal

the walls of a cavity

What is visceral

covering of an organ

What is supine

on back

What is prone

on belly