branches of anatomy
comparative anatomy
compares man to animals
gross anatomy
study of large and easily observable structures on an organism. (naked eye)
neurology
study of nervous system
embryology
studies formation of an organism from the fertilized egg to birth
physiology
studies function of each body part and how the functions of the various body parts coordinate to form a complete living organism
development anatomy
studies growth And development of an organism during it's lifetime
anatomy
studies shape and structure of an organisms body and the relationship of one body part to another
histology
studies the tissues and organs making up the entire body of an organism
endocrinology
study of endocrine or hormonal system
dermatology
study of integumentary system (skin, hair and nails)
morphology
study of shape
cytology
study of structure, function, and development of cells that make up the different body parts
systematic anatomy
study of the structure and function of various organs or parts making up a particular organ system