Veterinary Physiology & Histology I

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Description: Scientific, evidence-based veterinary practice is based on an understanding of the normal function of the veterinary patient. The purpose of this course, as well as the following course (Physiology & Histology II) is to provide the students in the veterinary professional curriculum with clinically relevant knowledge of normal physiology through the full-range of animal organization (cellular, tissue, organ, organ system, and organism). This course will also provide the necessary foundation to support subsequent courses throughout the veterinary professional curriculum related to the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of animal diseases.