To understand the functions of respiratory, endocrine, nervous, immune and reproductive systems
To acquaint knowledge about hormonal and neural interactions on metabolism
Respiratory system: respiratory mechanics, gas transport and exchange mechanisms, control of respiration, respiratory capacities and volumes, non-respiratory functions of lungs; Immune system and lymphatic system: body defence system and regulation; Endocrinology and reproduction: reproductive physiology, role of hormones in spermatogenesis, menstrual cycles and pregnancy, energy balance and temperature regulation; Nervous system: principles of neuronal and hormonal communication systems, functional organization of nervous system, central, peripheral and autonomic nervous system, action potentials, types of neurotransmitters and their role in pathophysiological integration in body; Musculoskeletal system: principles of neuromuscular physiology.
Demonstration of the location of endocrine glands in laboratory animal; Adrenalectomy and the effect of adrenaline on metabolism in rats; Effect of adrenaline on metabolism; Nerve muscle preparation, effect of temperature on single muscle twitch, muscle and nerve irritability, neuromuscular fatigue, normal heart activity; Hormonal assay: digestive, growth & reproductive.