Wheater's Functional Histology, 7th Edition

ISBN Number

9780702083341

Main Author

By Geraldine O'Dowd, BSc (Hons), MBChB (Hons), FRCPath, Sarah Bell, BSc Med Sci(Hons), MBChB(Hons), DipFMS, FRCPath and Sylvia Wright, BSc(Hons), MBChB(Hons), FRCPath, DipFMS, PG Cert Mol Path

Trim

297 x 210 mm

Illustrations

630 illus

Imprint

Elsevier

Page Count

480

Publication Date

9 Jun 2023

Now in its seventh edition, Wheater's Functional Histology is designed to give students a working knowledge of histology, including the basic histological structures, tissue types and organ systems.

You will learn to recognise the microscopic structure of normal human tissues and understand how this relates to function. The book shows you how to apply histology in a clinical context through coverage of common clinical conditions in each chapter.

This must-have book is written clearly and concisely, designed for those studying histology for the first time. Packed with a wealth of illustrations and learning aids, it is a must-have for every medical and health science student.

New to this edition

More clinical correlation boxes

More clinical images

More questions added

Key Features

Concise and easy to digest text – easy to follow for those new to histology

More than 900 high quality histology images and illustrations, plus detailed explanations to support understanding

End of chapter review tables summarising important points

Self-assessment questions and rationales to support exam preparation

Appendix outlining the basics of microscopy and histological staining techniques

Basic glossary

An enhanced eBook version is included with purchase. The eBook allows you to access all the text, figures and references, with the ability to search, customize your content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud

1    Cell Structure and Function

2    Cell Cycle and Replication

3    Blood, Haemopoiesis and Bone Marrow

4    Supporting/Connective Tissues

5    Epithelial Tissues

6    Muscle

7    Nervous Tissue

8    Circulatory System

9    Skin

10  Skeletal Tissues

11  Immune System

12  Respiratory System

13  Oral Tissues

14  Gastrointestinal Tract

15  Liver and Pancreas

16  Urinary System

17  Endocrine System

18  Male Reproductive System

19  Female Reproductive System

20  Central Nervous System

21  Special Sense Organs

22  Appendix 1: Introduction to Microscopy

23  Appendix 2: Notes on Staining Techniques

24  Appendix 3: Glossary of Terms

Author Information

By Geraldine O'Dowd, BSc (Hons), MBChB (Hons), FRCPath, Consultant Diagnostic Pathologist, Lanarkshire NHS Board, Honorary Clinical Senior Lecturer, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, Scotland ; Sarah Bell, BSc Med Sci(Hons), MBChB(Hons), DipFMS, FRCPath, Consultant Pathologist, Department of Pathology, Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, Glasgow, UK and Sylvia Wright, BSc(Hons), MBChB(Hons), FRCPath, DipFMS, PG Cert Mol Path, Consultant Pathologist, Department of Pathology, Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, Glasgow, UK