General Anatomy

The Father Of Anatomy And A Great Anatomist Herophilus Who is the father of anatomy? Briefly describe his life and achievements. Answer. Herophilus (325–280 BC) is considered the father of anatomy. He was a Greek physician and was regarded as the founder of the school of medicine at Alexandria, the then capital of Egypt. He taught anatomy in this medical school … [Read more...] about The Father Of Anatomy And A Great Anatomist Herophilus

Bone Structure – Anatomy Question 1. What are the sites where red bone marrow is present in adults? Answer. The sites where red bone marrow is present in adults: Proximal ends of femur and humerus Ribs Sternum Skull Vertebrae Hip bone Gross and microscopic structure of bone tissue Question 2. What are the parts of a long bone? Answer. The long … [Read more...] about Bone Structure – Anatomy

Cartilage What is cartilage? Answer. The cartilage is a specialized connective tissue, with a rubbery matrix (gel-like matrix) due to the deposition of proteoglycans which provides firmness along with elasticity to the skeletal framework of the body. Phylogenetically, it is older than the bone tissue. Connective tissue characteristics of cartilage It is made up of … [Read more...] about Cartilage

Subcutaneous Injections And Device Management Question 1. Enumerate the sites of subcutaneous injections. Answer. The sites of subcutaneous injection are: Posterior aspect of arm Anterior aspect of forearm Anterior abdominal wall Anterior aspect of thigh Saddle anesthesia in cauda equina syndrome Question 2. What is pannicular carnosus? Enumerate the … [Read more...] about Subcutaneous Injections And Device Management

Types Of Circulation: Pulmonary, Systemic, And Portal Question 1. What are types of circulation? Describe each type in brief. Answer.           There are two types of circulation: Pulmonary Systemic Pulmonary circulation Pulmonary trunk and pulmonary arteries anatomy In pulmonary circulation, the blood is pumped by the heart into the lungs through pulmonary … [Read more...] about Types Of Circulation: Pulmonary, Systemic, And Portal