SyllabusThe subject will cover the following topics:
- Cell and tissue structure and function; the eukaryotic cell, organelles, DNA replication, transcription, translation, mitosis, chromosomes and genetics;
- Homeostasis, negative feedback mechanisms;
- Neural Control Systems: functional anatomy of the nervous system, membrane potentials, synapses, receptors, special senses, pain;
- Endocrine Systems: target cell specificity, mechanisms of hormone action, control of hormone secretion;
- Musculoskeletal physiology with particular emphasis on muscle contraction; formation, structure and function of bone;
- Circulation: the cardiac cycle, ECG, cardiac output, haemodynamics, regulation of blood pressure, cardiovascular homeostasis;
- Respiration, ventilation and lung mechanics, gas exchange, transport of gases in the blood, control of respiration, speech;
- A brief overview of the physiology of blood, its components, haemostasis, mechanisms of immunity;
- A brief overview of digestion and absorption of food
- Infection control
- Renal physiology, mechanism of urine formation, regulation of pH, sodium, chloride and water balance
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