1. To familiarize about the functions of different body organs
2. To understand risk parameters related to assessment and prognosis of different diseases
Introduction to human physiology, organization level and cell physiology; Digestive system: oral cavity, salivary glands, teeth, tongue; oesophagus, pharynx, larynx, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, accessory glands associated with GIT (liver, gallbladder and pancreas); Urinary system: introduction, functions of kidney and nephron, Glomerular filtration, tubular reabsorption, tubular secretion, urine excretion and plasma clearance, fluid and acid base balance; Cardiovascular system: functions of heart and blood vessels, electrical activity of heart, mechanical events of heart, cardiac output and its control.
Blood grouping; Hb estimation; Counting of blood cells; complete blood count (CBC); Electrolyte estimation; Hydration test; Determination of coagulation time, blood pressure, pulse recording; Heart activity – electrocardiography; Test for saliva; Respiratory movement, maximum breathing capacity, pulmonary function test; Intestinal motility; Renal function tests and urine analysis.