Learning Resource and Development

Human body anatomy /

Piper, Robin,

Human body anatomy / Robin Piper. - viii, 237 pages : illustrations ; 26 cm.

Includes bibliographical references and index

Overview of human anatomy -- Exploring human body systems -- Anatomy of the head and neck -- Understanding upper limb anatomy -- Lower limb through an anatomical lens.

"The physical form and structure of a human being is referred to as the human body. It is comprised of various organs, tissues, and cells. Human anatomy is the study of the form and structure of the human body. Structures such as bones, cartilage, connective tissues, organs, and others that collectively determine the shape of the body are studied under this subject. Other fields such as physiology, embryology, and histology, are interconnected with anatomy. Studying the cellular structures of organs and tissues the primary focus of modern anatomy. To delve into the intricacies of the body, various techniques are used including fluoroscopy, magnetic resonance imaging. ultrasound imaging, and computed tomography. Human anatomy has experienced significant growth and development in recent decades, emerging as a rapidly advancing field of science. This book is a valuable compilation of topics, ranging from the basic to the most complex aspects of the field of human anatomy. It explores all the important advances of this field in the present day scenario. This textbook will serve as a reference to a broad spectrum of readers"-- Back cover of the book.

9781639878239


Human anatomy.
Anatomy.
Human biology.
Human body.
Medical sciences.

QM23.2 / .P574 2024

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