Stevens & Lowe's Human Histology

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Chapter 1 Histology 1. A, B 2. A, C, E 3. B, E 4. A, B, D, E 5. 1. B. Histology, 2. A. Tissue, 3. C. Epithelium, 4. G. Light microscopy using wax-embedded sections, 5. H. Fixation Chapter 2…

Chapter 1 Histology 1. Which of the following are types of empirical staining methods? Select all that apply . A. van Gieson B. Haematoxylin and eosin (H&E) C. Periodic acid–Schiff (PAS) D. Alkaline phosphatase enzyme histochemistry E. Immunoperoxidase 2. Which…

Chapter 2 Case 2.1 A child with muscle weakness A 2-month-old child is admitted to hospital because his parents are concerned that he has been experiencing difficulty with feeding and becoming breathless. Examination reveals proximal muscle weakness. There is no…

Introduction A vital function of the nervous system is the gathering of sensory information. Sensory information is derived from a variety of specialized sensory nerve endings. These include: Sensory endings in the skin to detect touch (fine touch, pressure), pain…

Introduction The skin is an extensive organ covering the exterior of the body. It varies in structure from site to site according to specific functions, which include: Protection from external damaging agents (infective, mechanical, thermal) Prevention of loss of water…

Introduction The female reproductive system: Produces haploid female gametes (ova) Receives haploid male gametes (spermatozoa) before fertilization Provides a suitable environment for fertilization of ova by spermatozoa Provides a suitable physical and hormonal environment for implantation of the embryo Accommodates…

Introduction The male reproductive system is responsible for: Production, nourishment and temporary storage of the haploid male gametes (spermatozoa) Intromission of a suspension of spermatozoa (semen) into the female genital system Production of male sex hormones (androgens) Whereas the first…

Introduction The main function of the urinary system is the production, storage and voiding of urine. Urine production and the control of its composition are the responsibility of the kidneys. The pelvicalyceal systems and ureters transfer urine from the kidneys…

Introduction Cell communication is vital for any multicellular organism to function efficiently. At a local level, cells communicate via cell surface molecules and gap junctions, whereas remote communication is mediated by the secretion of chemical messengers, which activate cells by…