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Human physiology : an integrated approach

Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Silverthorn, Dee Unglaub
Other Authors: Ober, William C. (Illustrator), Johnson, Bruce R.
Format: Printed Book
Language:English
Published: Essex : Pearson, c2016.
Edition:7th ed.
Subjects:
Table of Contents:
  • I. BASIC CELL PROCESSES: INTEGRATION AND COORDINATION
  • 1. Introduction to Physiology
  • 2. Molecular Interactions
  • 3. Compartmentation: Cells and Tissues
  • 4. Energy and Cellular Metabolism
  • 5. Membrane Dynamics
  • 6. Communication, Integration, and Homeostasis
  • II. HOMEOSTASIS AND CONTROL
  • 7. Introduction to the Endocrine System
  • 8. Neurons: Cellular and Network Properties
  • 9. The Central Nervous System
  • 10. Sensory Physiology
  • 11. Efferent Division: Autonomic and Somatic Motor Control
  • 12. Muscles
  • 13. Integrative Physiology I: Control of Body Movement
  • III. INTEGRATION OF FUNCTION
  • 14. Cardiovascular Physiology
  • 15. Blood Flow and the Control of Blood Pressure
  • 16. Blood
  • 17. Mechanics of Breathing
  • 18. Gas Exchange and Transport
  • 19. The Kidneys
  • 20. Integrative Physiology II: Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
  • IV. METABOLISM, GROWTH, AND AGING
  • 21. The Digestive System
  • 22. Metabolism and Energy Balance
  • 23. Endocrine Control of Growth and Metabolism
  • 24. The Immune System
  • 25. Integrative Physiology III: Exercise
  • 26. Reproduction and Development