Contributors and Consultants

vi

Not Another Boring Foreword

vii

1

The Human Body

1

2

Genetics

25

3

Chemical Organization

35

4

Integumentary System

47

5

Musculoskeletal System

57

6

Neurosensory System

75

7

Endocrine System

109

8

Cardiovascular System

125

9

Hematologic System

141

10

Immune System

155

11

Respiratory System

171

12

Gastrointestinal System

191

13

Nutrition and Metabolism

213

14

Urinary System

233

15

Fluids, Electrolytes, Acids, and Bases

247

16

Reproductive System

267

17

Reproduction and Lactation

287

Appendices and Index

307

Practice Makes Perfect

308

Glossary

324

Study Cards

331

Selected References

367

Index

368