Physiology : Prep manual for undergraduates / Vijava D.Joshi , Sadhana Joshi-Mendhurwar.

Include index.

1 The cell and general physiology -- Cell and cell organelles -- Cell division -- Cell death -- Homeostasis -- Transport across the cell membrane -- Simple diffusion -- Facilitated diffusion -- Active transport -- Primary active transport -- Secondary active transport -- Pinocytosis and phagocytosis -- Osmosis and osmotic pressure -- Resting membrane potential
2 Blood -- Body fluids -- Measurements of volumes of different fluids -- Blood -- Blood volume -- Blood ph -- Plasma proteins -- Non-protein nitrogenous substances -- Blood cells -- Red blood cells -- Haemoglobin -- Metabolism of b12 -- Metabolism of iron -- Anaemia -- Polycythaemia -- Life span and fate of rbc -- Fragility -- ESR -- Jaundice -- White blood cells -- Formation of wbcs -- Abnormalities -- Platelets -- Clotting of blood -- Anticoagulants -- Diseases -- Methods for determination of defects in blood clotting -- Clot lysis -- Blood groups -- Blood transfusion -- Rh blood group system -- Lymphatic system –
3 Immunity -- Introduction -- Classification -- Non-specific immunity -- Specific immunity -- Humoral immunity -- Cell-mediated immunity -- Factors affecting resistance to infection -- Allergy -- AIDS –
4 Digestion and absorption -- Introduction -- Gastrointestinal tract (gi tract) -- Mastication -- Salivary glands -- Deglutition -- Anatomy of stomach -- Functions of stomach -- Motor functions -- Enumerate the motor functions of stomach. -- Describe the storage function of stomach. -- What is chyme? how is it formed? -- What is basic electrical rhythm of stomach? -- Describe the mixing waves of stomach. -- Describe the emptying of stomach.
Control of pyloric sphincterEnumerate the factors regulating the emptying of stomach. -- What is the purpose of enterogastric reflex? -- What are hunger contractions? -- How are the movements of stomach studied in man? -- Vomiting -- Secretory function -- Small intestine -- Structure -- Describe the structure of the small intestinal mucosa. -- Describe the structure of villus. -- Where are the brunner's glands located? what is their function? -- Secretion -- Movements -- Pancreas -- Bile -- Large intestine -- Digestion and absorption –
5 Excretory system -- Introduction -- Structure of nephron -- Blood flow to kidneys
Formation of urineGlomerular filtration -- Reabsorption -- Secretion -- Tubular load, tubular maximum -- Plasma clearance -- Formation of dilute or concentrated urine -- Regulation of electrolyte balance -- Regulation of ph of body fluids -- Renal function tests -- Micturition -- Dialysis –
6 Temperature regulation -- Introduction -- Mechanisms of heat production -- Mechanisms of heat loss -- Regulation of body temperature -- Abnormalities in temperature regulation -- Skin and its functions –
7 Respiratory system -- Introduction -- Pulmonary circulation -- Mechanism of respiration -- Pulmonary pressures -- Intrapleural pressure

The manual now in its third edition completely covers the physiology syllabus of various universities and provides quick revision of human physiology and viva voce examination. A must for all medical students. Also useful for paramedical dental physiotherapy homeopathy and ayurvedic students besides postgraduates entrance examinations. Salient features:
• Chapters on blood as well as the respiratory cardiovascular and nervous systems extensively revised
• Subject matter is comprehensively covered in a simplified way
• Attempt has been made to systematically analyze and present the relevant data in question answer format
• Large number of excellent line drawings to assist in comprehending the subject with ease
• An excellent book to assist in revising the subject quickly and facing the exams with confidence.