Book Review: Functional Anatomy and Physiology of Domestic Animals

Abstract

3rd ed. Revised edition of: Physiology of domestic animals, 1997. Explains animal systems and their function in this introductory text for pre-veterinary or veterinary tech students, and for students in animal-related curricula. Gross and microscopic anatomical structures are explored to help students build a basic foundation for future study and clinical practice. This third edition contains a new chapter on basics of structure and function, with explanations of anatomical terms and orientation, and expanded coverage of avian-specific physiology to reflect the role of poultry in agriculture. Basics of structure and function -- Body water: properties and functions -- Blood and its functions -- Nervous system -- The sensory organs -- Bones, joints, and synovial fluid -- Muscle -- The cardiovascular system -- The respiratory system -- The urinary system -- Digestion and absorption -- Body heat and temperature regulation -- Male reproduction -- Female reproduction -- Lactation -- Endocrine system -- Interconversion of units of measurement -- Normal blood values.