What is the definition of anatomy, physiology, and pathology?

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Aleksandra C.
Feb 13, 2018

Anatomy

  • The science dealing with the form and structure of living organisms.
  • Field of biological sciences which focuses on the description of body structures of living things.

Physiology

  • The science which relates to the function of organs and organ systems.

  • Branch of biology which looks at how the organs/ organ systems work within the body and respond to challenges.

Pathology

  • Branch of medical sciences which involves the study and diagnosis of disease through surgical examination of organs, tissues, biopsy samples, body fluids, in certain cases the whole body (autopsy).
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