PH 521Organ Syst Microscopic A&PI

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This class will focus on understanding the microscopic anatomy and physiology of the organs of the immune and endocrine systems. Major emphasis will be placed on the role of non-specific and specific defense mechanisms in health maintenance and provide an introduction into immune system disruption as it relates to hypersensitivity and autoimmunity. The endocrine system will be studied in it?s primary role in cellular communication and maintenance of homestasis. Special emphasis will be placed on the interaction and communication between the nervous and endocrine systems. 2 lecture hours, 2 semester hours