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HAP-10306 Principles of Human Physiology

This course addresses the basic principles of human physiology as well as its regulation, at the level of the cell, organ and organism.

Topics that are covered in this course include: homeostasis; (macroscopic an microscopic) morphology in relation to function of main human organ systems; nervous system (brain, nerves, sensory systems); endocrine system; skin, bone and skeletal muscle physiology; cardiovascular system (heart and vessels, ECG, blood pressure, blood composition); respiratory system; regulation of the gastrointestinal system; renal system (incl. PH regulation); energy metabolism. Each topic is introduced by lectures, ans many topics are further explored by practicals.