Includes bibliographical references and index.

An introduction to anatomy & physiology -- Chemical level of organization -- Cellular level of organization -- Tissue level of organization -- The integumentary system -- Bones and bone structure -- The skeleton -- Joints -- Skeletal muscle tissue -- The muscular system -- Nervous tissue -- The spinal cord, spinal nerves, and spinal reflexes -- The brain, cranial nerves, and sensory and motor pathways -- The autonomic nervous system -- The special senses -- The endocrine system -- Blood -- The heart and cardiovascular function -- Blood vessels and circulation -- The lymphatic system and immunity -- The respiratory system -- The digestive system -- Metabolism, nutrition, and energetics -- The urinary system -- Fluid, electrolyte, and acid-base balance -- The reproductive system -- Development and inheritance.

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