HUMAN HISTOLOGY

Human Histology

tion and overt disease, we should study the factors which influence the conversion of the former to the latter. The second new chapter is Chapter 34 on "Chemotherapy of Microbial Diseases" by Dr. Walsh McDermott, who has done extensive work with the tubercle bacillus in recent years. This and the preceding chapter on chemotherapeutic principles are really a division of a single chapter in the p...

Human Histology, Second Edition

The material is substantial, informative and complete with explanations of the physiology underlying nutrition, but still maintains readability appropriate for the general public. In addition, there is a summary and resource section at the end of each chapter to help guide those who wish to read more about a given topic, as well as useful appendices with growth charts, recommended daily allowan...

Histology of Human Placenta

The placenta is a key organ for pregnancy evolution and fetal growth. Placental anatomic abnormalities may affect the placental functions, interfering in turn with maternal and or fetal wellbeing. This chapter describes the placental development, the macroscopic aspect and the histological characteristics through the gestation. The aim of this chapter is to provide updated information to help c...

Histology and Cytochemistry of Human Skin

1. In the epidermis non-specific esterase activity outlines a strongly reactive band between the stratum granulosum and the stratum corneum. In the epidermis of the palm, there is no such esterase-rich band. 2. The outer sheath of active hair follicles has strong enzyme activity. The degenerating hair bulb in catagen follicles is very strongly reactive, and clusters of cells around the hair clu...

Human Histology: A Guide for Medical Students