ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY OF FARM ANIMALS. 8TH EDITION

Dedication
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• Chapter 1 Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology
Anatomical Nomenclature, Directional Terms, and Planes of Section
Microscopic Anatomy: Animal Cells and Tissues
The General Plan of the Animal Body
• Chapter 2 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
• Chapter 3 Embryology
Development of Germ Layers
Principles of Differentiation
Neurulation
Mesodermal Differentiation
Teratogenesis
• Chapter 4 The Skeletal System
Functions of Bones
Terminology
Classification of Bones According to Gross
Appearance
Axial Skeleton
Appendicular Skeleton
• Chapter 5 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
• Chapter 6 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
• Chapter 7 Anatomy of the Muscular System
Anatomical Nomenclature of Muscles
Types of Muscle Tissue
Skeletal Muscle Organization
Muscles of the Thoracic Limb
Muscles of the Head
Muscles of the Trunk and Neck
• Chapter 8 The Equine Foot and Passive Stay Apparatus
Structure of the Foot
Function
Stay Apparatus
• Chapter 9 Microscopic Anatomy and Physiology of Muscle
Skeletal Muscle
Smooth Muscle
Cardiac Muscle
• Chapter 10 Anatomy of the Nervous System
Microscopic Neuroanatomy
Embryology
Central Nervous System
Peripheral Nervous System
Autonomic Nervous System
Enteric Nervous System
• Chapter 11 Physiology of the Nervous System
Functional Regions of the Neuron
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
• Chapter 12 Sense Organs
Sensory Receptors
Somatosensation
Visceral Sensations
Chemical Senses
Hearing and Balance
Vision
• Chapter 13 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
• Chapter 14 The Integument
Integument
Skin
Adnexa of the Skin
Modified Epidermis
Coat Color in Horses
Wool
• Chapter 15 Blood and Other Body Fluids
Blood
Plasma and Serum
Blood pH
Hemostasis and Coagulation
Lymph
Serous Fluids
• Chapter 16 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
• Chapter 17 Anatomy of the Cardiovascular System
Heart
Vessels
Pulmonary Circulation
Systemic Circulation
Veins
Fetal Circulation
• Chapter 18 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
• Chapter 19 The Respiratory System
Upper Respiratory Tract
Thorax
Physiology of Respiration
• Chapter 20 Anatomy of the Digestive System
Organization of the Digestive System
Mouth
Pharynx
Esophagus
Simple Stomach
Ruminant Stomach
Small Intestine
Large Intestine
Peritoneal Features
Accessory Digestive Organs
• Chapter 21 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
Neuroendocrine Control of Feeding
• Chapter 22 Nutrition and Metabolism
Nutrition
Metabolism
• Chapter 23 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
• Chapter 24 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
• Chapter 25 Physiology of Male Reproduction
Seminiferous Tubules and Spermatogenesis
Epididymis
Semen and Semen Technology
Hormones of Male Reproduction
Erection and Ejaculation
• Chapter 26 Anatomy of the Female Reproductive System
Ovaries
Uterine Tubes
Uterus
Vagina
Vestibule and Vulva
Blood and Nerve Supply of the Female Reproductive Tract
• Chapter 27 The Ovary and Estrous Cycles
Oogenesis
Ovulation
Corpus Luteum
Phases of the Estrous Cycle
Specifics of Selected Estrous Cycles
• Chapter 28 Pregnancy and Parturition
Fertilization
Implantation and Placentation
Hormones of Pregnancy
Pregnancy Diagnosis
Parturition
Fetal Presentations and Delivery
Dystocia
• Chapter 29 Anatomy and Physiology of the Mammary Glands
Mammary Glands of the Cow
Microscopic Anatomy of the Mammary Gland
Mammary Glands of Sheep and Goats
Mammary Glands of Swine
Mammary Glands of the Horse
Physiology of Lactation
• Chapter 30 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

Revised and updated, the eighth edition of Anatomy and Physiology of Farm Animals remains the essential resource for detailed information on farm animal anatomy and physiology.
• Offers a revised edition to this comprehensive guide to the anatomy and physiology of farm animals
• Presents learning objectives in each chapter for the first time
• Adds new material on endocrine and metabolic regulation of growth and body composition
• Features additional illustrations to enhance comprehension
• Includes a companion website that offers supplemental content, including word roots, clinical cases, study and practice questions, the images from the book and additional images, diagrams, and videos to enhance learning.