Anatomy and physiology of farm animals / R.D. Frandson, W. Lee Wilke, Anna Dee Fails.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Frandson, R. D.

Contributor:

Wilke, W. Lee.

Fails, Anna Dee.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Veterinary anatomy.

Veterinary physiology.

Physical Description:

xiv, 481 pages : illustrations ; 27 cm

Edition:

Sixth edition.

Place of Publication:

Philadelphia : Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, [2003]

Summary:

This latest edition upholds its strong reputation for clarity, balanced scope, and breadth of content, placing Anatomy and Physiology of Farm Animals among the most widely accepted resources available to the veterinary, animal sciences, agriculture, or veterinary technician student. The Sixth Edition also provides a number of features designed to make student learning, comprehension, and reference more efficient. Clinical extracts, especially useful in the clinical setting, are highlighted in blue throughout the text. Plus, a glossary of commonly used abbreviations is included in the appendix. Technical terms not found in a standard college dictionary are also defined within the text. The student will appreciate the simplicity and efficiency of the Sixth Edition, as well as its comprehensive range of content. This informative text is bound to serve as a useful resource well beyond the classroom.

Contents:

Microscopic Anatomy: Animal Cells and Tissues 4

The General Plan of the Animal Body 11

Chapter 2 Anatomy and Physiology of the Cell 14

Properties of Life 15

Chemical Composition of the Cell 16

Microscopic Study of the Cell 21

The Cell Membrane 24

Transport Across Cell Membranes 27

Membrane Potentials and Excitable Cells 32

Membrane Receptors and Intracellular Signaling 33

Cytoplasm and Cytoplasmic Organelles 35

Nucleus 38

Cell Division 44

Regulation of Cell Growth and Replication 46

Chapter 3 Embryology 47

Development of Germ Layers 47

Neurulation 49

Differentiation of Other Tissues 49

Chapter 4 The Skeletal System 54

Functions of Bones 54

Classification of Bones According to Gross Appearance 59

Axial Skeleton 59

Appendicular Skeleton 65

Chapter 5 Microscopic Anatomy and Growth and Development of Bone 72

Microscopic Anatomy and Formation of Bone 72

Ossification 73

Physiology of Bone 76

Fractures and Fracture Healing 77

Other Pathologic Conditions 79

Chapter 6 Joints 81

Classification of Joints 81

Movements of Joints 84

Types of Synovial Joints 85

Joints of the Axial Skeleton 85

Joints of the Appendicular Skeleton 86

Pathology of Joints and Related Structures 91

Chapter 7 Anatomy of the Muscular System 94

Types of Muscle Tissue 94

Functions of the Muscular System 95

Skeletal Muscle Organization 95

Muscles of the Thoracic Limb 101

Muscles of the Pelvic Limb 107

Muscles of the Head 110

Muscles of the Trunk and Neck 111

Chapter 8 Microscopic Anatomy and Physiology of Muscle 115

Skeletal Muscle 115

Smooth Muscle 125

Cardiac Muscle 129

Chapter 9 Anatomy of the Nervous System 130

Microscopic Neuroanatomy 131

Embryology 133

Central Nervous System 136

Peripheral Nervous System 143

Autonomic Nervous System 147

Enteric Nervous System 151

Chapter 10 Physiology of the Nervous System 153

Physiology of the Nerve Impulse 153

Synaptic Transmission 154

Neurotransmitters 156

Neural Control of Skeletal Muscle 157

Physiology of the Autonomic Nervous System 161

Regeneration and Repair in the Nervous System 163

Chapter 11 Sense Organs 165

Sensory Receptors 166

Somatosensation 167

Visceral Sensations 169

Chemical Senses 169

Hearing and Balance 171

Vision 178

Chapter 12 Endocrinology 185

Hormones and Their Receptors 186

Cellular Effects of Peptide Hormones 189

Cellular Effects of Steroid and Thyroid Hormones 190

Negative and Positive Feedback Regulation 190

Hypothalamopituitary Axis 191

Hormones of the Neurohypophysis 192

Hormones of the Adenohypophysis 193

Other Endocrine Glands 198

Chapter 13 The Integument 201

Integument 201

Skin 201

Adnexa of the Skin 204

Modified Epidermis 206

Coat Color in Horses 211

Wool 212

Chapter 14 Anatomy and Physiology of the Foot of the Horse 214

Structure of the Foot 215

Function 225

Chapter 15 Blood and Other Body Fluids 233

Blood 233

Plasma and Serum 241

Blood pH 241

Hemostasis and Coagulation 241

Lymph 245

Serous Fluids 245

Chapter 16 Body Defenses and the Immune System 246

Nonspecific Defenses 247

Specific Immune Response 248

B Lymphocytes 249

Immunoglobins 249

T Cells and Cell-Mediated Immunity 251

Lymphocyte Orgin, Development and Residence 252

Active and Passive Immunities 253

Immunological Surveillance 253

Lymphatic System 253

Chapter 17 Anatomy of the Cardiovascular System 258

Heart 258

Vessels 260

Pulmonary Circulation 264

Systemic Circulation 264

Veins 270

Chapter 18 Physiology of the Heart and Circulation 275

Basic Design and Function of the Cardiovascular System 275

Cardiac Cycle 277

Electrical Activity of the Heart 279

Cardiac Output and Its Regulation 281

Structure and Function of Blood Vessels 282

Regulation of Arterial Blood Pressure and Blood Volume 285

Cardiovascular Function During Exercise and Hypovolemia 287

Chapter 19 The Respiratory System 289

Upper Respiratory Tract 289

Thorax 296

Physiology of Respiration 299

Chapter 20 Anatomy of the Digestive System 306

Organization of the Digestive System 306

Mouth 308

Pharynx 312

Esophagus 313

Nonruminant Stomach 315

Ruminant Stomach 318

Small Intestine 320

Large Intestine 321

Peritoneal Features 325

Accessory Digestive Organs 325

Chapter 21 Physiology of Digestion 329

Pregastric Physiology 331

Ruminant Forestomach 333

Gastric Physiology 335

Physiology of the Small Intestine, Exocrine Pancreas, and Liver 336

Physiology of the Cecum and Colon 341

Rectum and Defecation 341

Chapter 22 Nutrition and Metabolism 343

Nutrition 343

Metabolism 344

Chapter 23 The Urinary System 350

Anatomy of the Kidney 350

Ureters, Urinary Bladder, and Urethra 354

Micturition 355

Overview of Function and Histology of the Kidneys 350

Glomermular Filtration 357

Proximal Tubule Transport 359

Concentration and Dilution of Urine: Role of Loop of Henle and Collecting Duct Transport 359

Sodium, Potassium, and Aldosterone 364

Urine Acidification 364

Regulation of Acid-Base Balance 365

Chapter 24 Anatomy of the Male Reproductive System 367

Testis 367

Epididymis 369

Ductus Deferens 370

Scrotum 370

Inguinal Canal 372

Descent of the Testis 372

Castration 374

Accessory Sex Glands 375

Penis 376

Prepuce 378

Muscles of the Male Genitalia 378

Blood and Nerve Supply of the Male Genitalia 379

Chapter 25 Physiology of Male Reproduction 380

Seminiferous Tubules and Spermatogenesis 380

Epididymis 384

Semen and Semen Technology 384

Hormones of Male Reproduction 385

Erection and Ejaculation 356

Chapter 26 Anatomy of the Female Reproductive System 387

Ovaries 387

Uterine Tubes 390

Uterus 390

Vagina 393

Vestibule and Vulva 393

Blood and Nerve Supply of the Female Reproductive Tract 394

Chapter 27 The Ovary and Estrous Cycles 395

Oogenesis 395

Ovulation 399

Corpus Luteum 400

Phases of the Estrous Cycle 401

Specifics of Selected Estrous Cycles 402

Chapter 28 Pregnancy and Parturition 405

Fertilization 405

Implantation and Placentation 408

Hormones of Pregnancy 410

Pregnancy Diagnosis 411

Parturition 412

Fetal Presentations and Delivery 413

Dystocia 414

Chapter 29 Anatomy and Physiology of the Mammary Glands 415

Mammary Glands of the Cow 416

Microscopic Anatomy of the Mammary Gland 420

Mammary Glands of Swine 421

Mammary Glands of Sheep and Goats 421

Mammary Glands of the Horse 421

Physiology of Lactation 421.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (pages 451-452) and index.

ISBN:

0781733588

OCLC:

50851789