99648 Health Science for Traditional Chinese Medicine 1

This subject provides an introduction to the anatomy and physiology of the healthy human body. Lectures are complemented by an appropriate practical program. The content includes the levels of organisation in the body – basic anatomy, anatomical terms, surface anatomy, body regions and overview of major organ systems; transport of materials across membranes, osmosis diffusion and active transport; the general structure and functional significance of the major organ systems; basic microbiology and aseptic technique; the basic principles of pharmacology; the structure, function, histology, microbiology, pharmacology and pathophysiology of the cardiovascular and respiratory systems; and an introduction to fluid, acid-base and electrolyte balance.

Typical availability

Autumn semester, City campus