To know the cellular mechanisms underlying the physiology. To learn about human organs and systems. To understand the mechanisms underlying the functioning of cells, tissues, organs, systems and apparatus. To communicate using a correct scientific terminology.
Course Prerequisites
The knowledge of basic chemistry, physics and anatomy is required to be successfully followed. In particular with regard to chemistry the notions required are Macromolecules, their structure Endergonic and exergonic reactions As for physics: gas laws: Boyle, Dalton, Henry Ohm's law LaPlace law Fick's law Teorell equation
Teaching Methods
The course is divided into two parts sequentially organized: from cells to tissues, organs and apparatus. Committed professors constantly integrate the two levels of organization of the subject through examples from “micro” to “macro” and from “macro” to “micro”. The course is organized in frontal lectures by presenting slides in Power Point. New teaching methodologies are also used, such as: case-based teaching, problem-based teaching, mock trials.
Assessment Methods
The exam consists of an oral exam in which the student will have to demonstrate that he has gained knowledge on the topics dealt with during the lessons and has processed the information by operating logic links.
Texts
1 - L. Zocchi - Principi di Fisiologia - EdiSES 2012 2 - Vander – Fisiologia - Casa Editrice Ambrosiana. 2° ed. 2018
Contents
Part 1: Exchanges between cell and environment, membrane transport. Membrane and action potential . Cellular electrical communication: neurons, synapses, sensory receptors. Reflected functions.
Chemical communication between cells, chemical receptors, hormones, neurotransmitters. Functional organization of SNC, motor function, sensory function and SNV.
Part 2: Muscle system: structure, mechanism and contraction control in various types of muscle. Circulatory system: circulation in the vertebrates. Mechanical and electrical properties of the heart. Circulatory Tree; Exchanges at the capillary level and regulation of cardiovascular function.
Digestion and absorption. General organization of the digestive system. Nervous and humoral adjustment of digestive processes. The endocrine system. Main hormones and their functions. Nervous system integration - endocrine system. Osmoregulation and excretion: renal function. Gaseous exchanges between body and environment. Respiratory respiratory system. Respiratory gas transport. Nervous and humoral adjustment of breathing.
