The structure and function of the kidney, including its roles in urine production and homeostasis. This is the first in a series of articles examining the renal system. Abstract The kidneys are ...

How does the heart work? What does it do? What is it composed of? How do you examine it? This article offers cardiac anatomy and physiology in a nutshell. The heart is a complex organ that pumps blood ...

Student success is dependent on completion of physics prior to biomechanics. Necessary skills: a solid understanding of human anatomy/physiology, physics, algebra/calculus, statistical analysis, and ...

Physiology is the study of normal function within living creatures. It is a sub-section of biology, covering a range of topics that include organs, anatomy, and biological compounds, among others.