xvii, 906 pages : 28 cm

"Features and highlights of Histology: a Text and Atlas, the Fifth Edition: updated cell and molecular biology content reflects the latest progress in the field; two separate chapters on the cell highlight the cytoplasm and related organelles and the nucleus and its function - these chapters include the latest information on the cell cycle and its regulation; reader-friendly innovations such as full-sentence headings help make more economical use of text, underscoring the most pertinent information; updated and improved Clinical Correlations and Functional Considerations boxes highlight clinical information related to symptoms, histopathology, and treatment of disease and the functional aspects of histology; a table demonstrating staining techniques located on the inside cover of the book provides a handy visual reference; a consistent color coding system used throughout the artwork that serves as a visual memory tool; and high-resolution digital photomicrographs in the text chapters and additional clinical pictures give greater emphasis to clinical information covered in the Clinical Correlations boxes."--Jacket

Includes index

Methods -- The cell cytoplasm -- The cell nucleus -- Tissues: concept and classification -- Epithelial tissue -- Connective tissue -- Cartilage -- Bone -- Adipose tissue -- Blood -- Muscle tissue -- Nerve tissue -- Cardiovascular system -- Lymphatic system -- Integumentary system -- Digestive system I: oral cavity and associated structures -- Digestive system II: esophagus and gastrointestinal tract -- Digestive system III: liver, gallbladder, and pancreas -- Respiratory system -- Urinary system -- Endocrine organs -- Male reproductive system -- Female reproductive system -- Eye -- Ear

Includes bibliographical references and index

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