Physiology
Objectives
The study of normal function of tissues and organs in the human body. One aims at the essential functional aspects of tissues and organs. Moreover the understanding of the interactions between different organs and physiological systems and their adaptation to environmental challenges.
General characterization
Code
41014
Credits
Available soon
Responsible teacher
Maria Paula Borges de Lemos Macedo,ANA CATARINA DOMINGUES PEREIRA SANTOS,SUSANA ISABEL MATEUS SANTOS
Hours
Weekly - Available soon
Total - 0
Teaching language
PT
Prerequisites
Not applicable
Bibliography
Not applicable
Teaching method
Lectures and practicals. The practical sessions include guidance and discussion by tutors.
Evaluation method
Distributed throughout the semester/school year, with a final assessment exam/test
Subject matter
Biophysics of excitability;
Synaptic transmission;
Mechanisms underlying muscle contraction;
Autonomic Nervous System;
Functional aspects of the cardiovascular system;
Regulatory aspects in the cardiovascular system;
Physical aspects underlying the exchange of gases in the lung;
Mechanical determinants of ventilation;
Mechanisms underlying respiratory regulation;
Renal function;
Digestive Physiology: Neurogastroenterology and motility of the digestive tract; digestive secretions (saliva, gastric, biliary, pancreatic and intestinal); Intestinal absorption; Regulation of the activity of the digestive tract;
Hormones and mechanisms underlying the function of the reproductive organs.