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