Details of LS3201 (Spring 2013)
| Level: 3 | Type: Theory | Credits: 3.0 |
| Course Code | Course Name | Instructor(s) |
|---|---|---|
| LS3201 | Physiology | Partho Sarothi Ray |
| Syllabus |
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| 1. Basic concepts in physiology: how physics and chemistry determines physiology, emergent properties of molecular assemblies: molecules-cells-tissues-organs-systems, integration of biochemical reactions in physiology.
2. Symmetry of human body: gravity as determining factor of symmetry. 3. Homeostasis: need to maintain steady-state conditions, perturbation, interactions with environment, functioning of organ systems to maintain homeostasis. 4. Tissue structure and function: tissues as building blocks of physiological systems, types and functions of tissues, different organ systems 5. Maintenance of body fluid homeostasis by physical processes: cardiovascular system. 6. Maintenance of body fluid homeostasis by biochemical processes: functions of blood. 7. Maintenance of body fluid homeostasis by combination of physical and biochemical processes: kidneys and excretory system. 8. Interaction of body fluid homeostasis with the environment: respiration and digestion. 9. Coordination of physiological functions: endocrine system. 10. Reception of external stimuli: special senses. |
| References |
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| 1. Textbook of Medical Physiology. Guyton and Hall 12th edition. Elsiever publications.
2. Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach with IP10. 5th edition. Benjamin Cummings 3. Biochemistry. Debajyoti Das. Academic publishers |
Course Credit Options
| Sl. No. | Programme | Semester No | Course Choice |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | IP | 2 | Core |
| 2 | IP | 4 | Not Allowed |
| 3 | MS | 6 | Core |
| 4 | RS | 1 | Elective |