Human Physiology

1. basic concepts: physiologic systems, homeostasis and communication levels; nutritional regulation of gene expression; cell membranes and excitable cells 2. Nervous system: anatomy and functions; membrane potentials; autonomic and somatic nervous systems and sensitivity; physiologic bases of taste and olfaction; higher functions; neutotoxins; 3. endocrinology and metabolism: anatomy and function of endocrine glands; hormones biochemistry, secretion and transport; insulin; epinephrine; thyroid hormones; cortisol andintegrated stress responses. 4. muscle: anatomy and function; neuromuscular junction e sarcomere contraction; muscle metabolism, motor units, contraction control; 5. cardiovascular system: anatomy and function, conduction system, cardiac action potentials; cardiac cycle and output; blood vessels: anatomy and function; Regulation of blood pressure; capillary vessels dynamics and autoregulation; 6. respiratory system: anatomy and function, pulmonary ventilation, gas exchanges and ventilation control, 7. urinary system: anatomy and function; glomerular filtration, reabsorption and secretion mechanisms and control 8. Water, electrolytes, acid-base balance 9. gastrointestinal system: anatomy and function; digestion and nutrients absorption;