Abstract

Veterinary Histology and Immunology aims to draw together the study of cellular and tissue structure and function of the four basic tissues of the body leading to more in depth examination of molecular cell biology. It is strongly integrated with Veterinary Anatomy and Physiology, Biochemistry and Veterinary Practice 2 and … For more content click the Read More button below.

Syllabus

Histology of the respiratory tractHistology of the cardiovascular, lymphatic and haematopoietic systemsHistological markers for cells and tissuesStructure and function of the components of the four basic tissues, nervous tissue and special sensesHistology of the endocrine organsMechanisms and machinery of cellular metabolismHistology of the integument and associated structuresHistology of the urinary … For more content click the Read More button below.

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
1.
be able to use a light microscope
2.
be able to recognise and identify the structure and function of typical cells at the light and electron microscopic levels
3.
be able to distinguish the microscopic structure of the components of connective tissue, muscle, epithelium and nervous tissue
4.
be able to distinguish and describe the histological features of the tissues of the respiratory tract, gastrointestinal tract, cardiovascular, lymphatic and haemopoietic systems, endocrine organs, integument and associated structures, urinary tract and the male as well as female reproductive tracts
5.
be able to relate the histological features of organs with their primary functions
6.
be able to summarise the stages of haematopoiesis
7.
be able to explain the key identifying features and function of blood cells
8.
be able to explain the principle mechanisms of the innate and adaptive immune systems
9.
be able to outline the key cellular and non-cellular defence mechanisms of the body

Enrolment restrictions

Restricted to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Veterinary Science, Bachelor of Veterinary Biology/Veterinary Science and Bachelor of Veterinary Biology/Veterinary Science (Honours) only.