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Human Anatomy: An Overview

Article Category: Education

Author Name: chickie maxwell

Among the branches of science, biology offers us the formal perspective of understanding the body. The scientific analysis of it is an integral part of comprehending what our kind is made of: the human anatomy. This area of biological study deals with the detailed understanding of our bodily form and structure, both external and internal. The study of anatomy is often coupled with physiology where the second is focused on the functions fulfilled by both the external and the internal parts of our bodies.

The human body is biologically defined as a progressive composite which begins with the cell as the fundamental unit. Cells group together to form tissues, tissues group together to form organs, and organs group together to form the organ systems.

Categories of Anatomical Studies

Gross Anatomy. Also called topographical or regional anatomy, this division deals with the surface study of the parts of the human body. It considers the external form and structure of these body parts as seen by the eyes.

Microscopic Anatomy. In contrast, this division involves microscopic studies and analysis of the different parts of our body including tissues, blood, and cells.

Superficial Anatomy. This deals with the study of the parts seen on the surface of our bodies. The study of these parts is useful in determining the position of our internal organs.

Approaches to Anatomical Studies

The study of the human anatomy is approached either according the sections of the body or the internal organs according to these regions. A random list of the regions of the body and internal organs is as follows:

Thorax - Some organs found in this region are the heart and the lungs.
The back - the spinal cord and its extended parts.

The pelvis - For males, this region houses the prostate and the testes. For females, this region contains the uterus and the ovaries.
- The abdomen- - It covers the stomach, the intestines, the kidneys, and the liver.
- The upper limbs - includes the shoulders and the arms
- The lower limbs - extends from the thigh to the feet

The head and neck - includes the brain, the eyes and the pituitary and thyroid glands.

The Major Body Systems

When organs group together, they form our body systems and make it efficient. Here is some of the organ systems commonly studied in human anatomy:

The Digestive System - basic parts are the stomach, the esophagus, and the intestines.

The Circulatory System - known parts are the heart and the blood vessels that help blood circulate in our bodies.

The Nervous System - main organs are the brain, the spinal cord, and the network of nerves.

The Reproductive System - relative to females and males, it includes the ovaries, the uterus and the vagina, and the penis, testes, and prostate, respectively.

The Respiratory System - includes the lungs, the pharynx and the larynx.

The Urinary System - main organs are the kidneys, the urethra, the bladder, and the ureters.

Some senses also have special organs for them. These organs are grouped together according to their dedicated role and are called special senses. These include the nose, the ears, the eyes, and the tongue.

Keywords: human anatomy

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