Includes glossary, appendices and index.

Introduction to the human body; the chemistry of life; cell structures and their functions; tissues, glands and membranes; the integumentary system; the skeletal system - bones and joints; the muscular system; the nervous system; senses; the endocrine system; blood; the heart; blood vessels and circulation; the lymphatic system and immunity; the respiratory system; the digestive system; nutrition, metabolism and body temperature regulation; the urinary system and fluid balance; the reproductive system; development, heredity and ageing.

Presenting the important topics of anatomy and physiology, this text provides a problem-based approach that encourages critical thinking through a series of predict and concept questions. There are homeostatis physiology tables to help students learn more complex concepts.