Human Physiology, Biochemistry and Basic Medicine,
Edition 1
By Laurence A. Cole and Peter R. Kramer
Publication Date:
20 Oct 2015
Description
Human Physiology, Biochemistry and Basic Medicine is a unique perspective that draws together human biology, physiology, biochemistry, nutrition, and cell biology in one comprehensive volume.
In this way, it is uniquely qualified to address the needs of the emerging field of humanology, a holistic approach to understanding the biology of humans and how they are distinguished from other animals.
Coverage starts with human anatomy and physiology and the details of the workings of all parts of the male and female body. Next, coverage of human biochemistry and how sugars, fats, and amino acids are made and digested is discussed, as is human basic medicine, covering the science of diseases and human evolution and pseudo-evolution.
The book concludes with coverage of basic human nutrition, diseases, and treatments, and contains broad coverage that will give the reader an understanding of the entire human picture.
Key Features
- Covers the physiology, anatomy, nutrition, biochemistry and cell biology of humans, showing how they are distinguished from other animals
- Includes medical literature and internet references, example test questions, and a list of pertinent words at the end of each chapter
- Provides unique perspective into all aspects of what makes up and controls humans
About the author
By Laurence A. Cole, Director, USA hCG Reference Service, Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA and Peter R. Kramer, Patent Analyst at Global Patent Solutions LLC
Table of Contents
- Preface
- 1: Human Body Formed by Units
- Introduction
- Chapter 1.1: The Cell
- Abstract
- The Plasma Membrane
- Nucleus and Nucleolus
- Rough Endoplasmic Reticulum and Ribosomes
- Smooth Endoplasmic Reticulum
- Golgi Apparatus
- Lysosomes
- Mitochondrion
- Microtubules and Centrioles
- Cells, Cells, and More Cells
- Chapter Keywords
- Internet References
- Chapter Quiz
- Chapter 1.2: Human Chemistry
- Abstract
- Chapter Keywords
- Internet References
- Chapter Quiz
- Chapter 1.3: Sugars, Fatty Acids, and Energy Biochemistry
- Abstract
- Chapter Keywords
- Internet References
- Chapter Quiz
- Chapter 1.4: Amino Acid Metabolism
- Abstract
- Chapter Keywords
- Internet References
- Chapter Quiz
- Chapter 1.5: DNA and Human Genetics
- Abstract
- Replication
- Transcription
- mRNA Splicing
- Translation of mRNA
- Genes and Chromosomes
- Chapter Keywords
- Internet References
- Chapter Quiz
- Chapter 1.6: Protein Structure and Folding
- Abstract
- Chapter Keywords
- Internet References
- Chapter Quiz
- 2: Human Frames
- Introduction
- Chapter 2.1: The Skeleton
- Abstract
- Chapter Keywords
- Internet References
- Chapter Quiz
- Chapter 2.2: Skin, Ligaments, and Muscles
- Abstract
- Skin
- Ligaments and Connective Tissue
- Muscles
- Key Muscles
- Chapter Keywords
- Internet References
- Chapter Quiz
- Chapter 2.3: Apoptosis, Growth, and Aging
- Abstract
- Chapter Keywords
- Internet References
- Chapter Quiz
- 3: Human Organs
- Introduction
- Chapter 3.1: The Endocrine System
- Abstract
- Hypothalamus-Anterior Pituitary Axis
- Posterior Pituitary
- Thyroid Gland
- Adrenal Cortex
- Adrenal Medulla
- Pancreatic Islets of Langerhans Cells
- Renin-Angiotensin System
- Gonads
- Chapter Keywords
- Internet References
- Chapter Quiz
- Chapter 3.2: The Heart and Lungs
- Abstract
- The Heart
- Arteries and Veins
- The Lungs
- Chapter Keywords
- Internet References
- Chapter Quiz
- Chapter 3.3: The Circulation
- Abstract
- The Blood
- Erythrocytes
- The Immune System
- Coagulation
- Chapter Keywords
- Internet References
- Chapter Quiz
- Chapter 3.4: Brain and Nervous System
- Abstract
- The Nervous System
- The Brain
- Chapter Keywords
- Internet References
- Chapter Quiz
- Chapter 3.5: Seeing, Hearing, Tasting, Smelling, and Touching
- Abstract
- Seeing
- Hearing
- Tasting
- Smelling
- Touching
- Chapter Keywords
- Internet References
- Chapter Quiz
- Chapter 3.6: The Liver and Digestive System
- Abstract
- Digestion
- Liver
- Chapter Keywords
- Internet References
- Chapter Quiz
- Chapter 3.7: The Kidney Filtration System
- Abstract
- Chapter Keywords
- Internet References
- Chapter Quiz
- Chapter 3.8: Sex and Reproductive Systems: Male
- Abstract
- Hormones of Male Reproduction
- Spermatogenesis
- Erection and Ejaculation
- Sex and the Human Brain
- Chapter Keywords
- Internet References
- Chapter Quiz
- Chapter 3.9: Sex and Reproductive Systems: Female
- Abstract
- Anterior Pituitary Hormone Production
- Oogenesis
- Ovulation
- Corpus Luteum
- Brain and Sex
- Chapter Keywords
- Internet References
- Chapter Quiz
- Chapter 3.10: Fertilization Implantation and Human Pregnancy
- Abstract
- Ovum Transport and Sperm Activation
- Fertilization
- Blastocyst Formation
- Implantation
- Pregnancy
- Chapter Keywords
- Internet References
- Chapter Quiz
- 4: Human Evolution and Pseudo-Evolution
- Introduction
- Chapter 4.1: Human Evolution from Primates
- Abstract
- General Evolution
- Human Evolution
- hCG Evolution
- hCG and Human Evolution
- hCG Problems
- Chapter Keywords
- Internet References
- Chapter Quiz
- Chapter 4.2: Modern Human Pseudo-Evolution
- Abstract
- Chapter Keywords
- Internet References
- Chapter Quiz
- 5: Nutrition
- Introduction
- Chapter 5.1: Macronutrients
- Abstract
- Lipids and Fats
- Nomenclature and Representation of Fatty Acids
- Essential Fatty Acids
- Proteins
- Carbohydrates
- Monosaccharides
- Disaccharides
- Oligosaccharides
- Polysaccharides
- Chapter Keywords
- Internet References
- Chapter Quiz
- Chapter 5.2: Vitamins and Minerals
- Abstract
- Fat-Soluble Vitamins A, D, E, and K
- Water-Soluble Vitamins
- Chapter Keywords
- Internet References
- Chapter Quiz
- Chapter 5.3: Diet and Body Weight
- Abstract
- Energy Balance
- Diet and Weight Control
- Chapter Keywords
- Internet References
- Chapter Quiz
- 6: Human Diseases and Treatments
- Introduction
- Chapter 6.1: Genetic Defects
- Abstract
- Chapter Keywords
- Internet References
- Chapter Quiz
- Chapter 6.2: Bacteria, Virus, Fungi, and Infectious Diseases
- Abstract
- Chapter Keywords
- Internet References
- Chapter Quiz
- Chapter 6.3: Human Cancers and Carcinogenesis
- Abstract
- Chapter Keywords
- Internet References
- Chapter Quiz
- Chapter 6.4: Cardiovascular Disease
- Abstract
- Chapter Keywords
- Internet References
- Chapter Quiz
- Chapter 6.5: Hydatidiform Mole
- Abstract
- Complete Hydatidiform Mole
- Partial Hydatidiform Mole
- Chapter Keywords
- Internet References
- Chapter Quiz
- Chapter 6.6: Diabetes
- Abstract
- Chapter Keywords
- Internet References
- Chapter Quiz
- Chapter 6.7: Alzheimer’s Disease
- Abstract
- Chapter Keywords
- Internet References
- Chapter Quiz
- Chapter 6.8: Ovarian Cystic Disorders
- Abstract
- Follicular Cyst
- Corpus Luteum Cyst
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
- Chapter Keywords
- Internet References
- Chapter Quiz
- Answers to Chapter Quizzes
- Index
Book details
ISBN:
9780128036990
Page Count: 248
Retail Price
:
£110.00
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Audience
Medical researchers and graduate students of physiology
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