Includes glossary, appendices and index.

Human body --
Chemistry of life --
Cell structure --
Cellular metabolism and reproduction: mitosis and meiosis --
Tissues --
Integumentary system --
Skeletal system - -
Articular system --
Muscular system --
Nervous system: introduction, spinal cord, and spinal nerves --
Nervous system: the brain, cranial nerves, autonomic nervous system, and the special senses --
Endocrine system --
Blood --
Cardiovascular system --
Lymphatic system --
Nutrition and the digestive system --
Respiratory system --
Urinary system --
Reproductive system.

This new full-color text designed for a one-semester course is organized according to body functions, and focuses on the body working together to promote homeostasis. Chapters are self-contained so instructors can teach in any order preferred. For students pursuing careers in the health professions, chapters contain concise synopses of broad anatomical and phsyiological topics. Essential laboratory exercises included at the end of chapters provide hands-on lab experience.