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Body systems
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Cardiovascular system
In this chapter, we will describe the microscopic appearance and histological features of the cardiovascular system.
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BloodMicroscopic appearance of the blood.
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Bone marrowHistological features of the bone marrow
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Blood vesselsClose up view of an artery and a vein in cross-section.
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HeartDetailed microscopic anatomy of the heart.
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Nervous system
In this chapter we will describe the microscopic appearance of the various parts of the brain and the spinal cord.
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Cerebral cortexHistology of the different layers and cell types of the cerebral cortex.
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Hippocampal regionHistology of the hippocampal region.
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CerebellumHistology of the cerebellar cortex and white matter.
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Medulla oblongataCross-sectional histology of the medulla oblongata.
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Spinal cordTake a look at the cross-sectional slice of the spinal cord under the microscope.
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Integumentary system
In this chapter we will explore the histological features of the parts of the integumentary system.
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SkinGeneral histology of the skin.
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Sweat glandsHistological appearance of the sweat glands.
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Peripheral mechanoreceptorsHistology of the peripheral mechanoreceptors.
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Scalp and hairHistological features of the scalp and hair.
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Digestive system
Cells and tissues of the digestive system.
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Tongue and epiglottisHistological properties of the tongue and epiglottis.
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Gingiva and teethHistology of the gingiva (gums) and teeth.
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Salivary glandsHistology of the salivary glands.
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EsophagusHistological features of the esophagus.
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StomachHave a thorough look at stomach under the microscope.
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PancreasMicroscopic anatomy of the exocrine and endocrine pancreas.
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Small intestineHistology of the small intestine.
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Large intestine (colon)Histology of the different parts of the large intestine (colon).
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LiverHistology of the liver, the largest compound gland.
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GallbladderHistological features of the gallbladder.
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Vermiform appendixHistology of the vermiform appendix.
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Lymphoid system
The lymphoid system consists of groups of cells, tissues, and organs that react to the presence of potentially harmful substances.
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Lymph nodeMicroscopic anatomy details of a lymph node.
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TonsilsDistinctive histological hallmarks of the tonsils.
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ThymusHistological structure and features of the thymus.
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SpleenHistology of the spleen, the largest lymphoid organ of the human body.
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Male reproductive system
Histological features of the organs of the male reproductive system.
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TestisMicroscopic structure of the testis.
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EpididymisHistological features of the epididymis.
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Spermatic cordDifferent components of the spermatic cord under the microscope.
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PenisCross-sectional microscopic anatomy of the human penis.
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ProstateTake a thorough look at the prostate under the microscope.
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Female reproductive system
Histological features of the female reproductive organs.
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Mammary glandHistology of the mammary glands.
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OvaryHistology of the ovaries at different stages of development.
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Uterine tubeHistology of the uterine tubes and their parts.
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Uterine wallHistology of the uterine wall during different phases of the menstrual cycle.
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Cervix of uterusHistology of the cervix of the uterus and its parts.
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PlacentaHistology of the placenta and its parts.
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Eye and ear
Histological features of the eye and ear.
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Cornea and ciliary bodyHistological features of the cornea and ciliary body.
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RetinaLayers and cells of the retina as seen in cross section and in histological slides.
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Eyelid and conjunctivaCharacteristics of the eyelid and conjunctiva under the microscope.
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EarTake a look at the inner ear under the microscope.
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