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Anatomy and Physiology of Farm Animals

by: Frandson, Rowen D.; Wilke, W. Lee; Fails, Anna Dee

Anatomy and Physiology of Farm Animals

by: Frandson, Rowen D.; Wilke, W. Lee; Fails, Anna Dee

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9780813813943
ISBN 10:
0813813948
Edition: 7th
Format: Hardcover
Copyright: 06/30/2009
Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell
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The Seventh Edition of Anatomy and Physiology of Farm Animals is a thoroughly updated and revised version of this classic text. Drawing on current science and terminology with a number of new illustrations throughout and a new chapter on poultry, the book maintains its reputation for clarity, balanced scope, and breadth of content. The Seventh Edition provides veterinary, animal science, agriculture, and veterinary technician students with a comprehensive yet clear reference to understanding the fundamentals of anatomy and physiology.

Preface
Acknowledgments
Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology
Descriptive Terms Useful in the Study of Anatomy
Microscopic Anatomy: Animal Cells and Tissues
The General Plan of the Animal Body
Anatomy and Physiology of the Cell
Properties of Life
Chemical Composition of the Cell
Microscopic Study of the Cell
The Cell Membrane
Transport Across Cell Membranes
Membrane Potentials and Excitable Cells
Membrane Receptors and Intracellular Signaling
Cytoplasm and Cytoplasmic Organelles
Nucleus
Cell Division
Regulation of Cell Growth and Replication
Embryology
Development of Germ Layers
Neurulation
Differentiation of Other Tissues
The Skeletal System
Functions of Bones
Terminology
Classification of Bones According to Gross Appearance
Axial Skeleton
Appendicular Skeleton
Microscopic Anatomy and Growth and Development of Bone
Microscopic Anatomy and Formation of Bone
Ossification
Physiology of Bone
Fractures and Fracture Healing
Other Pathologic Conditions
Joints
Classification of Joints
Movements of Joints
Types of Synovial Joints
Joints of the Axial Skeleton
Joints of the Appendicular Skeleton
Pathology of Joints and Related Structures
Anatomy of the Muscular System
Types of Muscle Tissue
Functions of the Muscular System
Skeletal Muscle Organization
Muscles of the Thoracic Limb
Muscles of the Pelvic Limb
Muscles of the Head
Muscles of the Trunk and Neck
Microscopic Anatomy and Physiology of Muscle
Skeletal Muscle
Smooth Muscle
Cardiac Muscle
Anatomy of the Nervous System
Microscopic Neuroanatomy
Embryology
Central Nervous System
Peripheral Nervous System
Autonomic Nervous System
Enteric Nervous System
Physiology of the Nervous
System
Physiology of the Nerve Impulse
Synaptic Transmission
Neurotransmitters
Neural Control of Skeletal Muscle
Physiology of the Autonomic Nervous System
Regeneration and Repair in the Nervous System
Sense Organs 185
Sensory Receptors
Somatosensation
Visceral Sensations
Chemical Senses
Hearing and Balance
Vision
Endocrinology
Hormones and Their Receptors
Cellular Effects of Peptide Hormones
Cellular Effects of Steroid and Thyroid Hormones
Negative and Positive Feedback Regulation
Hypothalamopituitary Axis
Hormones of the Neurohypophysis
Hormones of the Adenohypophysis
Other Endocrine Glands
The Integument
Integument
Skin
Adnexa of the Skin
Modified Epidermis
Coat Color in Horses
Wool
The Equine Foot and Passive Stay
Apparatus
Structure of the Foot
Function
Stay Apparatus
Blood and Other Body Fluids
Blood
Plasma and Serum
Blood pH
Hemostasis and Coagulation
Lymph
Serous Fluids
Body Defenses and the Immune
System
Nonspecific Defenses
Specific Immune Response
B Lymphocytes
Immunoglobulins
T Cells and Cell-Mediated Immunity
Lymphocyte Origin, Development, and Residence
Active and Passive Immunities
Immunological Surveillance
Lymphatic System
Anatomy of the Cardiovascular
System
Heart
Vessels
Pulmonary Circulation
Systemic Circulation
Veins
Fetal Circulation
Physiology of the Heart and Circulation
Basic Design and Function of the Cardiovascular System
Cardiac Cycle
Electrical Activity of the Heart
Cardiac Output and Its Regulation
Structure and Function of Blood Vessels
Regulation of Arterial Blood Pressure and Blood Volume
Cardiovascular Function During Exercise and Hypovolemia
The Respiratory System
Upper Respiratory Tract
Thorax
Physiology of Respiration
Anatomy of the Digestive System
Organization of the Digestive System
Mouth
Pharynx
Esophagus
Nonruminant Stomach
Ruminant Stomach
Small Intestine
Large Intestine
Peritoneal Features
Accessory Digestive Organs
Physiology of Digestion
Pregastric Physiology
Ruminant Forestomach
Gastric Physiology
Physiology of the Small Intestine, Exocrine
Pancreas, and Liver
Physiology of the Cecum and Colon
Rectum and Defecation
Nutrition and Metabolism
Nutrition
Metabolism
The Urinary System
Anatomy of the Kidney
Ureters, Urinary Bladder, and Urethra
Micturition
Overview of Function and Histology of the Kidneys
Glomerular Filtration
Proximal Tubule Transport
Concentration and Dilution of Urine: Role of the Loop of Henle and Collecting Duct Transport
Sodium, Potassium, and Aldosterone
Urine Acidification
Regulation of Acid-Base Balance
Anatomy of the Male Reproductive
System
Testis
Epididymis
Ductus Deferens
Scrotum
Inguinal Canal
Descent of the Testis
Castration
Accessory Sex Glands
Penis
Prepuce
Muscles of the Male Genitalia
Blood and Nerve Supply of the Male
Genitalia
Physiology of Male Reproduction
Seminiferous Tubules and Spermatogenesis
Epididymis
Semen and Semen Technology
Hormones of Male Reproduction
Erection and Ejaculation
Anatomy of the Female Reproductive
System
Ovaries
Uterine Tubes
Uterus
Vagina
Vestibule and Vulva
Blood and Nerve Supply of the Female Reproductive Tract


The Ovary and Estrous Cycles
Oogenesis
Ovulation
Corpus Luteum
Phases of the Estrous Cycle
Specifics of Selected Estrous Cycles
Pregnancy and Parturition
Fertilization
Implantation and Placentation
Hormones of Pregnancy
Pregnancy Diagnosis

Fetal Presentations and Delivery
Dystocia
Anatomy and Physiology of the Mammary Glands
Mammary Glands of the Cow
Microscopic Anatomy of the Mammary
Gland
Mammary Glands of Swine
Mammary Glands of Sheep and Goats
Mammary Glands of the Horse
Physiology of Lactation
Poultry
Integument
Body Design
Skeleton and Bone
Musculature
Gastrointestinal System
Respiratory System
Cardiovascular System
Lymphatic System
Urinary System
Female Reproductive System
Male Reproductive System
Sex Chromosomes
Reproduction and Photoperiods
Appendix: Abbreviations
Bibliography
Index
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