Medical Terminology Chapter 2 Study Guide
Anatomical Reference Systems (ARS)
A diagram used to show a body part's function and location.
Cytology
Study of cells
Histology
Study of tissues
Glands
An organ that secretes a particular chemical substance
Body Systems
Systems th...
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Medical Terminology Chapter 2 Study Guide
Anatomical Reference Systems (ARS)
A diagram used to show a body part's function and location.
Cytology
Study of cells
Histology
Study of tissues
Glands
An organ that secretes a particular chemical substance
Body Systems
Systems that help the body function
Pathology
Study of the causes and effects of diseases
Anatomy
The study of the structure and function of a living organism.
Physiology
The study of the way that a living organism functions
Anterior
Front
Posterior
Back
Transverse
Extending across something
Proximal
Near the point of origin
Distal
Away from the point of origin
Superior
Higher in position
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