ISBN: 9780071476652

A concise yet complete review of the clinically important aspects of histology and cell biology The ideal review for course exams and the USMLE This popular title in the LANGE series con… Plus…

A concise yet complete review of the clinically important aspects of histology and cell biology The ideal review for course exams and the USMLE This popular title in the LANGE series concisely reviews the medically important aspects of histology and cell biology. Written by a teacher with years of experience and designed to slash study time, the book examines fundamental concepts, the four basic tissue types, and organs and organ systems. Each chapter includes objectives, high-yield study questions, a synopsis in outline form, and a set of multiple choice, board-style questions. Features Expanded coverage of cell biology Integrative questions that forge need-to-know links among topics Max Yield(TM) questions and Diagnostic Final Exam. Focusing questions, objectives, and quizzes Many USMLE-type case-study questions More than 1,000 self-test questions NEW to this Edition: Thoroughly revised Q&A Completely updated text and practice questions to reflect current knowledge Information added to each chapter regarding relevant pathology/clinical issues; possibly as a separate colored box Thorough coverage you won't find anywhere else FUNDAMENTAL CONCEPTS: Methods of Study, The Plasma Membrane & Cytoplasm, The Nucleus & Cell Cycle, THE FOUR BASIC TISSUE TYPES: Epithelial Tissue, Connective Tissue, Adipose Tissue, Cartilage, Bone, Integrative Multiple-Choice Questions: Connective Tissues Nerve Tissue, Muscle Tissue, Integrative Multiple-Choice Questions: Basic Tissue Types, ORGANS & ORGAN SYSTEMS: Circulatory System, Peripheral Blood, Hematopoiesis, Lymphoid System, Digestive Tract, Glands Associated with the Digestive Tract, Integrative Multiple-Choice Questions: Digestive System, Respiratory System, Skin, Urinary System, Pituitary & Hypothalamus, Adrenals, Islets of Langerhans, Thyroid, Parathyroids, & Pineal Body, Male Reproductive System, Female Reproductive System, Integrative Multiple-Choice Questions: Endocrine System, Sense Organs, Diagnostic Final Examination Media > Book, [PU: McGraw Hill]<